The Jackson Laboratory
Building Automation Technician II
Bar Harbor, Maine · Mid
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $56,597 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Computer User Support Specialists" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Computer User Support Specialists (15-1232) · Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- The Jackson Laboratory has an opportunity available for an Building Automation Technician II at our Bar Harbor, Maine Campus!
- The Building Automation Technician is responsible for work of complex difficulty in operation, maintenance (controls, sensors), modifications, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of Building Automation Systems, Fire Protection Systems, Security Systems and other tasks as they apply to demands of the department.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs, and/or coordinates repair of field and panel mounted devices along with associated control algorithms for HVAC and building environmental automation systems.
- Assists in the design, installation and commissioning of new and modification of existing automation systems including but not limited to additional card readers, relocation of thermostats, installation of new VAV controllers as well implementation of various building automation hardware and computer software systems
- Provides training to others in the operation and repair of automated building systems. Percentage of time
- Performs other duties as needed.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of electronic principles, knowledge of computer programming and the ability to write simple programs.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operations, control drawings and control loops.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders (both inclined and vertical).
- Ability to enter man-holes, vaults, and other classified and unclassified confined spaces.
- A respirator and/or specialized personal protective equipment may be required to access certain confined spaces.
- Certification in confined space entry or ability to qualify within 6 months.
- At least 5 years of experience in related field area.
- Analytical ability for problem solving.
- Ability and willingness to rapidly learn new technical skills and apply them in the maintenance and operation of the facility. Analytical ability for problem solving and to communicate effectively with others in writing and verbally.
- Ability to bend, squat or crouch, crawl, kneel, stoop, stretch and stand and/or work in cramped areas for prolonged periods of times while repairing equipment both at floor level, overhead, and or/in confined space areas.
- Ability to enter man-holes, vaults, and other classified and unclassified confined spaces. A respirator and/or specialized personal protective equipment may be required to access certain confined spaces.
- With or without assistance, must be able to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects and job-related materials and/or equipment.
- Trade license E-1, E-2,S-1, S-2, F-1, F-2 will be held in high regard.
Skills
- For more information, please visit www.jax.org .
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Compensation
- Pay Range: $33.51 - $48.60
Benefits
- Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Company info
- Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease.
This listing is sourced directly from The Jackson Laboratory's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.