HVAC Controls Technician

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 be responsible for the installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and service of HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS). The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with DDC controls, low-voltage systems, commercial HVAC equipment, and BAS communication protocols, along with strong troubleshooting and customer-service skills.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, start up, commission, troubleshoot, and service 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 related 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 system startup, commissioning, 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 required project paperwork.
Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and service calls as needed.
Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship, professionalism, and customer service.
Requirements
2+ years of experience in 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.
Demonstrated 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, organization, problem-solving, and customer-service 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

Work arrangement
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