Building Automation Systems Technician - 2nd Shift at Northwestern Mutual

Franklin, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

Associate's degree in Electronics with 3+ years of proven experience with installation, programming, maintenance, and repair of building automation systems, fire alarm systems, controllers, security systems, surveillance systems, or life safety systems
Technically savvy with effective problem-solving skills
Customer service mentality
Experience with electricity, electronics, and software programming for troubleshooting and repair
Knowledge of codes such as National Safety Code, NFPA Joint Industrial Conference standards, NICET, and National, State, and Local electrical codes

Responsibilities

Performs ongoing preventive maintenance of automation systems, BMCS, life safety systems, security systems, and surveillance systems (40%)
Maintains Building Automation System's LAN network, including workstations, networking cables, servers, and access points
Tests systems for proper operation, diagnoses and analyzes test results, and makes adjustments, modifications, or replacements of hardware
Uses technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair systems and assists in planning maintenance and repair sequences
Orders electronic equipment and maintains inventory of parts
Creates changes and reevaluates programming language for building automation systems and equipment using software (30%)
Maintains documentation for system changes, informs users of impacts, and maintains software backups
Recommends and implements system enhancements and programs systems to meet operational needs
Assists facility staff in understanding programming options
Installs electronic equipment and hardware in accordance with various codes (15%)
Designs, builds, and installs control circuits for security, surveillance, life safety, HVAC, and automation systems
Serves as a resource to building services and security staff
Performs maintenance and installation on other electronic equipment (e.g., two-way radios, fitness equipment, digital recording systems)
Creates updates, schematics, and wiring diagrams; disables and removes obsolete equipment
Plays an integral role in building projects, researching best practices, incorporating safety and regulatory issues (15%)
Schedules, collaborates with, and supervises service contractors; expedites project progress
Maintains building automation database and develops related databases, including data import/export to company systems

Skills

Building Automation Systems

BMCS

Fire Alarm Systems

Life Safety Systems

Security Systems

Surveillance Systems

Electronics

Software Programming

LAN Networking

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Northwestern Mutual

Provides financial security services, and wealth management

About Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual offers personalized financial planning, life insurance, and investment services, leveraging leading-edge technology to manage over $125 billion in client assets for more than 4.5 million clients.

Milwaukee, WisconsinHeadquarters

1856Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Consulting, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Growing your Career

Compensation & Time Off

Insurance plans

Health Savings Account

Wellness programs & resources

401(k) plan and cash balance contributions

Risks

Fintech platforms like Carefull challenge traditional financial advisory services.

Internal competition may arise from Wellthi's focus on the Black community.

Customer dissatisfaction may grow due to increased retirement age expectations.

Differentiation

Northwestern Mutual maintains the highest financial strength ratings in the industry.

The company launched 'The Great Realization' campaign to refocus customer priorities.

Northwestern Mutual offers a unique Long-Term Advantage product with life insurance benefits.

Upsides

The aging population increases demand for retirement planning and long-term care solutions.

Partnerships with tech firms enhance Northwestern Mutual's data analytics capabilities.

Digital transformation in insurance leads to more personalized customer experiences.

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