Building Automation Systems Technician

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.

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Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.

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Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Mechanical Maintenance

Performs skilled work in the installation, programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, and repair of building automation systems, HVAC controls, and related control devices. Supports the efficient operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and energy management systems by monitoring building automation systems, diagnosing system issues, and ensuring equipment operates in accordance with established performance standards. Works independently on complex controls assignments and assists the Controls Supervisor with system upgrades, commissioning, and optimization projects.

• Install, program, calibrate, maintain, and repair building automation systems (BAS), HVAC controls, and related control devices, including controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, relays, and thermostats
• Monitor building automation systems to identify equipment issues, optimize system performance, and support the efficient operation of campus HVAC systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic, digital, and pneumatic control systems associated with air handling units, heat pumps, boilers, chillers, and other HVAC equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, control schematics, specifications, and technical documentation to install, diagnose, and modify control systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure controls systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently
• Collaborate with HVAC, electrical, and maintenance personnel to resolve equipment issues, support energy conservation initiatives, maintain system documentation, and ensure a comfortable environment for students, faculty, and staff

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in HVAC controls, building automation systems, electrical controls, or a closely related field
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing low-voltage control systems
• Experience using computerized building automation systems

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Technical school diploma, certificate, or coursework in HVAC, Electrical Technology, Industrial Controls, or a related field

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience with Metasys building automation systems
• Experience programming or modifying building automation control sequences
• Experience commissioning HVAC control systems

$22.36 - $27.95 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

October 22, 2026

Application review may begin as early as September 30, 2026.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Travel may be required.

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