EMS Tech (Energy Management Systems Technician), Grade 20

EMS Tech (Energy Management Systems Technician), Grade 20

Salary

$69,601.00 - $110,382.00 Annually

Location

1451 Seven Locks Rd Rockville MD 20854

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026-00566

Department

Department of General Services

Division

DGS 36 Facilities Major Programs

Opening Date

09/23/2026

Closing Date

10/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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About the Position

Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $69,601 to $109,820 based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

The Department of General Services, The Division of Facilities Management (DFM) delivers operational and mission critical services 24 hours a day seven days a week on behalf of County residents and Montgomery County Government. DFM manages over 400 County buildings, ensuring they are maintained at the highest level to provide a comfortable environment for employees and the public.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Montgomery County is seeking an individual to monitor and maintain our growing inventory of facilities with installed and operating energy management systems. The successful incumbent will perform technical work primarily involving monitoring heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) energy management systems in County facilities and troubleshooting control systems to ensure proper and efficient operation. This employee monitors County facilities HVAC systems troubleshoots and corrects computer control systems malfunctions, evaluates computer control system/HVAC system interface, and modifies control systems to improve systems operation and efficiency. In addition the ideal candidate will be capable of working with newly designed power meters, lighting systems, Uninterruptible Power Systems, Emergency Generator systems, Fire Alarm systems and Computer Room environmental systems. This position will attend meetings and review construction projects to provide technical advice. This position serves as Standby Coordinator on a rotating basis, which may require 24-hour availability and ability to respond to emergencies.

What Youll Be Doing

Duties Include:

• Performs diagnostic work, maintenance and servicing of all DDC, PLC or similar programming equipment and systems including air quality and conditioning, refrigeration, heating systems, and lighting/electrical systems.
• Performs programming and testing (ability to configure and create/write/modify programming for a variety of BMS control systems).
• Initiates startups (ability to work with the equipment manufacturer on systems start up), basic third party integration (Example: meters or lighting control panels, & commissioning).
• Troubleshoots controllers & control system networks with an understanding of electrical, electronic and mechanical diagrams.
• Makes daily checks of, and adjustments to facilities, thermostats, controllers, sensors, automatic control panels, solenoid valves, control valves, pressure gauges, and other related equipment for proper operation.
• Facilitates the Energy Management System (EMS) and HVAC controls and indoor Air Quality (IAQ); write, debugs, codes, analyzes and enhances programs to balance energy management with comfort control; prepares documentation and control flow charts; monitors and adjusts computer-based EMS program for proper HVAC comfort and energy management control.
• Repairs controls for HVAC equipment, installs new controls, replaces defective controls and accessories, troubleshoots, and tests HVAC equipment using controls.
• Makes adjustments and repairs to HVAC equipment in conjunction with the installation, repair, and adjustment of controls and control system networks.
• Monitors work done by outside contractors for adherence to code requirements, workmanship and proper performance and reports back to supervisor.
• Orders parts and replacement units.
• Examines and troubleshoots communication links and local area networks.
• Provides technical assistance.
• Identifies, analyzes and diagnoses BAS and system problems through remote interface means or directly while on site.
• Prepares work orders and written reports on work performed.
• Thinks proactively and solves problems.

Employee must have the ability to work standby shifts and respond to emergency non-working hour calls. Applicants must also be able to work any fixed shift for 5 consecutive days, which may include evening shifts or weekends.

The individual(s) selected for this position are considered "Essential Employee". Essential employees must report to work during a general emergency or liberal leave.

Selected individuals will be required to pass a pre-employment physical exam, and alcohol and drug screening.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Thorough (5 years) experience operating, programming, troubleshooting, installing and maintaining computerized energy management HVAC control systems.

Education: Graduation from high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Licensing: A valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicants responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the Countys "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriffs office) are subject to the Countys ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits

01

What is your highest level of completed education?

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

02

If you have a degree, or other certification relevant to this position, what is it? If you do not have a relevant degree or certification, type N/A.

03

How many years of experience do you have operating, programming, troubleshooting, installing and maintaining computerized energy management HVAC control systems?

• Less than 1 year or No Experience
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years of Experience
• 5+ Years of Experience

04

Explain the experience you have operating, programming, troubleshooting, installing and maintaining computerized energy management HVAC control systems. If no experience, type N/A.

05

Do you possess and currently maintain a VALID drivers license from your state of residence?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Montgomery County (MD)

Address 101 Monroe Street

7th Floor

Rockville, Maryland, 20850

Phone 240-777-5000

Website https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ohr