BUILDING INSPECTOR jobs in Beaumont, TX

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will provide highly skilled technical support, and program analysis for the campus building automation systems. Responsibilities include installation and commissioning of new hardware points in existing equipment, alarm analysis and follow-up, troubleshooting network problems, and replacement of faulty components and devices. The candidate will use operator workstations, terminals, monitors, and computers to monitor the network and adjust set points as needed. He/she will operate/maintain control systems and devices, such as variable speed drives, laboratory environmental systems, chiller controls, and other systems. The candidate must perform complex troubleshooting and technical work on a journeyman level in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of sophisticated automatic electronic, electrical, and pneumatic control systems equipment that operate heating, ventilation, air conditioning and other utility and environmental control systems. Employees are reminded that they represent both the department and the university and are expected to maintain a clean, neat and professional appearance while on duty. The candidate will routinely work with other crafts and will be required to monitor contracted work and provide training to subordinate employees. This position is considered as essential, and employees will be required to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters. These specialists work under the direct supervision of the Mechanical Manager, in the Facilities Maintenance department.

Essential Job Functions:

Key Competencies:

The successful candidate shall be knowledgeable in repairing and servicing HVAC/R and associated controls equipment. Candidate must have a working knowledge of microprocessor-based distribution control systems, analog controls, and pneumatic controls. The ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required. The applicant should have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications. Experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System is preferred. Employees are expected to lead by example, demonstrating the highest level of ethics. They are expected to work together to meet the needs of the department and university, by providing exemplary customer service to the staff, faculty and students.

Job Conditions:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, or toxic agents.

Physical Requirements:

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. Some combination of climbing and balancing, to include climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crawling, working at heights and working in confined spaces. May involve the lifting of moderately heavy objects, up to 45 pounds. Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual/electrically powered tools.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

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