Facilities Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES
A Facilities Technician - Automation for UL Solutions Northbrook Campus will integrate, install, repair, optimize and expand heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) controls and pollution control (RTO) systems. Provide consultation to other mechanics, technicians and management; troubleshoot and solve system problems; and work on complex building automation systems to control and maximize company resources. Design and program software, integrate new technologies and manage the allocated budgets for building automation systems.
Skills and Abilities to:

• Maintain and configure American Auto Matrix and Allen Bradley software, and a demonstrated ability to program networked hardware.
• Design control systems from complex sequences of operations.
• Design advanced systems and/or programs related to building automation systems and pollution control equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve advanced or complex programming/system problems related to building automations systems and pollution control equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve advanced network operation problems at the enterprise level as it relates to building automation systems and pollution control equipment.
• Write, test, modify, and maintain advanced computer programs/systems related to building automation systems and pollution control equipment.
• Provide consulting services related to building automation systems and pollution control equipment.
• Design intuitive front-end interface graphics that display pertinent information for varying types of equipment and processes.
• Understand advanced construction practices and procedures applicable to building automation and pollution control equipment.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with multiple parties of varying skill levels on a range of complex construction and building automation subjects and pollution control equipment.
• Translate technical information into user-friendly program documentation.
• Maintain effective supervisory relationships.
• Meet multiple and conflicting project timelines.
• Provide project leadership, mentoring, and training.
• Interpret processes, flow charts and schematics.
• Construct contract documents; bid and manage projects.
• Ability to survey long distances to cover property portfolio required.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 100lbs assisted and unassisted.
• Ability to climb exterior ladders and/or use boom lifts at extended heights required
• Provide effective oral and written communications for successful operations.
• Follow safety rules and applicable Federal, State, Local regulations and codes.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in automation, electrical, HVAC trade.
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation systems and pollution control equipment.
• Universal CFC certification preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude.
• Ability to safely work independently.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel, on occasion, to other facilities within the UL family of companies when the need arises.
• Ability to wear proper PPE, specifically half-mask respirators, where/when necessary
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic.
• Understanding of and commitment to client service.
• A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency.
• This position requires full time onsite at our Northbrook, IL location

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 130 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Diversity & inclusion: UL is committed to celebrating acceptance, equity and inclusion of all people. We believe our diverse views when combined bring a greater representation of the world and a better representation of our customers.
• Interesting Work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & Achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles. All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation. The target for this position is 5% of the base salary offered. Employees are eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental & financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country, for the relevant position level. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours). Internal applicants with questions related to the Total Rewards for this position should submit a ticket via askHR for more insights.

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