HVAC Controls Technician

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Controls Technician to join a growing Building Automation and Controls team supporting commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and municipal facilities throughout the Gulf Coast region.

This field-based position will focus on the installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and service of HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) . The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with DDC controls, low-voltage systems, commercial HVAC equipment, and building automation protocols, along with strong troubleshooting and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities - Install, configure, start up, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC controls and BAS systems. - Perform controller startup, point-to-point testing, wiring inspections, functional testing, and system commissioning. - Troubleshoot DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, VFDs, communication networks, and other field devices. - Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, sequences of operation, and project specifications. - Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, communication, and system-performance issues. - Support startup, commissioning, system optimization, and performance verification for new and existing BAS installations. - Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Programmers, subcontractors, and customers throughout project execution. - Train customers and facility personnel on system operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. - Complete service reports, commissioning documentation, startup records, and other required project paperwork. - Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and service calls as needed. - Maintain a high standard of safety, workmanship, professionalism, and customer service on every jobsite.

Requirements - 2+ years of experience with HVAC controls, BAS, DDC controls, or related low-voltage systems. - Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment, control sequences, and building automation systems. - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, and sequences of operation. - Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical, controls, communication, and BAS-related issues. - Hands-on experience with controllers, sensors, actuators, relays, valves, dampers, VFDs, and related control devices. - Experience with BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Distech, Alerton, Carrier , or similar systems. - Working knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks , or other building automation communication protocols. - Commercial HVAC controls installation and commissioning experience preferred. - EPA certification, electrical license, or relevant technical certifications are a plus. - Strong communication, customer-service, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the Gulf Coast region.

Benefits - Competitive salary based on experience. - Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable. - Health, dental, and vision insurance. - 401(k) with company match. - Paid time off and company holidays. - Ongoing technical training and manufacturer certification opportunities. - Career advancement opportunities within a growing Building Automation and Controls team. - Collaborative, safety-focused work environment. - Exposure to a wide range of commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and municipal BAS projects. - Opportunity to develop expertise across multiple controls platforms and technologies.