New River Community College is hiring: Electronic Integrated Control Systems Tec

Introduction

UConn's Facilities Operations Department, Storrs Campus, has five job openings for Electronic Integrated Control Systems (EICS) Technicians (Industrial Controls) positions. The Cogeneration Plant produces high-pressure superheated steam, electrical power and chilled water to supply energy to its Storrs campus. The plant has three 7 MW Solar combustion turbines as well as a 5 MW steam turbine and associated support equipment. In addition, a new Supplemental Utility Plant has been brought online and four chillers are operational within the facility, and one boiler will be going through commissioning soon. Technicians will also be responsible for performing tasks at the South Campus Geothermal System and Chiller Plant which is currently under construction and expected to be operating in late 2027.

These positions are permanent, full-time positions; these positions report to a Lead Power Plant Operator. These positions are 1st Shift positions with a work schedule of Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with an unpaid half an hour for lunch. The hourly rate of pay is $41.33 and is non-negotiable for those new to State employment; the hourly rate of pay for current NP-2 employees is calculated based on current salary/step.

These positions are categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays). Applicants must possess a current motor vehicle operator license. Applicants must be lawfully permitted to work in the United States.

Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses. These positions are categorized as “Open to the Public”. Current qualified UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process and are required to submit an application in order to be considered for a position. A full benefits package including medical and dental insurance is available. UConn offers the following benefits for NP-2 employees: Excellent and affordable healthcare options; Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance; Employee retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/; The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly skilled duties in the operation, monitoring and maintenance of multiple buildings, distribution infrastructure, and/or power plant equipment for safe operation and production, distribution, and consumption of high pressure superheated steam, electrical power and chilled water to meet campus energy needs.
• Works on campus to check and ensure reliable operation of equipment and to detect faulty or erratic operation of systems through excessive vibration, abnormal noises, extreme temperatures and/or leakages.
• Monitors, calibrates and repairs gauges and other devices to standards and records performance indicators on log deficiency reports.
• Coordinates equipment abnormalities reports and assists in diagnosis.
• Performs preventative maintenance repairs.
• Performs other related tasks as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Include substantial knowledge of: manufacturing operations, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment; electrical schematics; network troubleshooting; electronic instrumentation calibration; electronic theories and practices to one or more complex systems which integrate into a total system; applicable industrial plant equipment and process; SCADA and data acquisition software. Also knowledge of functions and processes of assigned steam and chilled water systems, and facility operations. Skills include interpersonal, oral and written communication. Abilities include diagnosing, repairing and maintaining electronic instrumentation and related parts; utilizing computer software.

Minimum Qualifications – General Experience
Five (5) years of experience in installation assistance, monitoring, instrumentation calibration, maintenance, repair and programming of electronic industrial controls integrated into a distributed control system (DCS) within an industrial, commercial, military, government, large healthcare complex or production oriented environment.

Minimum Qualifications – Substitutions Allowed
A successful Electronic Integrated Control Systems Trainee program may be substituted for the General Experience. A maximum of two (2) years may be substituted as follows: graduation from a two-year vocational/technical school in electronic integrated systems/maintenance technology or related field; college training in electronics or electrical/mechanical engineering with hours-based substitutions as described.

Preferred Qualifications
State of Connecticut Trades License in Heating, Piping and Cooling, Electrical, Plumbing and Heating, and/or an OE2 License (Heating, Piping and Cooling Operating Engineer Journeyperson). Knowledge/experience with CMMS (AiM preferred), safety systems, Pi data historian, SCADA, GEifixx, Beamex calibration systems, air emissions monitoring, and related data handling; supervisory/leadership experience; experience operating and maintaining combustion turbines, fuel cell/geothermal systems, boilers over 50KPPH, steam turbines, gas/electric/steam driven chillers; understanding of high voltage distribution; experience maintaining utility metering systems.

Special Requirements
Current valid licenses/certifications may be required. Attending technical seminars or OEM certification may be required. Travel may be required. Applicants must have a current motor vehicle operator license.

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 75 lbs, climbing, entering confined spaces, and wearing PPE as needed. Physical examination may be required.

Working Conditions
Exposure to equipment, heights, confined spaces, extreme weather and environmental conditions, high heat, noise and particulates; use of protective equipment required.

Application Instructions

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, click on “Staff Openings”, and search #498674. It is encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. This job posting is anticipated to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on October 31, 2025.

Conclusion and Compliance

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp. Information regarding the University’s policies on the Cleary Act, Non-Discrimination, Disabilities accommodations, and Veterans recruiting can be found on UConn’s Job page: https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs. All members of the University are expected to foster an inclusive, respectful environment. UConn is an AA/EEO Employer.

Advertised: Feb 19 2025 Eastern Standard Time; Applications close: Oct 31 2025 Eastern Daylight Time.