LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS CODE 1460
UTILITY SYSTEMS AND CONTROLS SPECIALIST
DEFINITION
Monitors, programs, calibrates, and evaluates utility technologies, systems and controls to
maintain optimum operating levels, reduce energy costs, ensure safe and reliable service, and
improve energy related efficiency. Technologies and systems include but are not limited to:
electrical; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC); lighting; air quality; and
alternative, renewable, and green energy options.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Monitors and controls utility management systems, including electrical systems; heating,
ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; lighting systems; air quality systems;
solar systems; and green building systems to ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient
distribution of energy resources.
Troubleshoots, configures, and programs utility management systems to ensure efficient and
reliable energy production, transmission, and distribution in conformance with industry,
legal, and health standards and guidelines.
Provides designs and instructions for the integration and operation of old, new, and backup
utility systems.
Conducts utility usage evaluations, jobsite observations, and field inspections to collect data
for energy management analyses.
Imports and audits data from a variety of computer systems and compiles utility management
reports, documentation, and graphical representations.
Analyzes and interprets data and benchmarks energy consumption against best practices
guidelines and legal regulations.
Reviews architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans and specifications to evaluate system
operation, servicing requirements, and/or engineering feasibility.
Initiates work orders to correct system and equipment repairs and deficiencies; monitors and
facilitates corrections and repairs by onsite technicians.
Identifies and makes recommendations regarding energy savings incentives and initiative
opportunities.
Trains and directs the work of staff on the repair, adjustment, operation, and installation of
utility management systems, controls, and equipment.
May promotes awareness and the use of alternative or renewable energy sources among
campus personnel.
May recommends supply and equipment purchases to ensure system compatibility and
energy efficient replacements.
May participate in studies, research, tests, and evaluations of new utility efficiency
approaches, measures, practices, and equipment.
Performs related duties as assigned.
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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
An Utility Systems and Controls Specialist monitors, evaluates, troubleshoots, and
programs utility related systems and controls to maintain optimum operating levels, ensure
system integration and coordination, reduce energy costs, and improve energy efficiency.
This position may be used to provide services on a regional basis.
A Utility Program Manager plans, develops, implements, manages, and evaluates a Districtwide utility management program; identifies and evaluates new and innovative energy
technologies for the District and makes appropriate recommendations.
SUPERVISION
General supervision is received from a Director of College Facilities. Functional supervision
may be exercised over college staff and commissioned contractors employed by the District
on an assigned projects.
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and techniques of utility management
Principles associated with utility system production, distribution, transmission,
efficiency, and performance
Characteristics and operations of utility management technologies, systems, and controls
including but not limited to electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and airconditioning (HVAC) systems; lighting; air quality; solar; green buildings; and
material and solid waste management
Computerized utility management and control systems including related software
Laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures pertinent to utility system maintenance
and operation
Safety standards and practices associated with utility management technologies, systems,
and equipment
Methods of assessment and analysis
Applied algebra, trigonometry, calculus, analytical geometry, and statistics
Organization and management of records
Skill in:
Expert level skills in the use, creation, and programming of specialized utility software
systems, computer-aided design (CAD), map creation, databases, spreadsheet,
charting tools, and word processing
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Ability to: Evaluate the operation of mechanical, electrical, lighting, refrigeration, and other utility
systems
Analyze complex control sequences and resulting operations, and develop solutions to
difficult technical problems
Evaluate energy use patterns for buildings and recommend utility efficiency measures,
equipment, processes, practices, and cost-efficient alternatives
Effectively utilize utility management system software platforms
Read and interpret architectural and engineering designs, plans, and specifications
Anticipate conditions, plan ahead, establish priorities, and meet schedules
Act independently and promptly to situations and events
Make clear, concise, and effective oral and written communications, reports, and
presentations
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with college and
District personnel
Keep accurate and complete records and documentation
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A. Possession of a current Certified Energy Manager credential issued by the Association of
Energy Engineers.
OR
B. Graduation from a recognized four-year college or university with a degree in mechanical
engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field AND one year of full-time paid
experience in the programming and calibration of utility management systems.
OR
C. Completion of a college level course of study as an energy management technician or its
equivalent AND three years of full-time paid experience in the programming and
calibration of utility management systems.
OR
D. Any equivalent combination of A., B., or C. above.
Special:
A valid Class “C” California driver's license.
Travel throughout the District may be required.
New Class
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