HVAC Controls Technician

Hourly Pay

$29.50 - $40

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems

• Extensive knowledge of Tridium, Cylon, ABB Building Automation Systems and other building subsystems
• N4 certification for Tridium with multiple years of experience in controls work

• Demonstrates advanced computer skills, and comfortable with computer related drafting tools

• Demonstrated experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (i.e., BACnet, N2, Modbus, LON, etc.)

• Must have experience in a service vehicle, doing service work for an HVAC contractor, running calls solo, and the ability to work with a team

• Must have experience in the commercial HVACR industry and  have large building construction style start-up/project experience

• Must possess advanced troubleshooting skills, extensive retrofit/component change out experience (large compressors, large fan motors, 10-120 ton commercial rooftop units, air cooled chillers, etc.)

• Must be comfortable working in high stress, commercial job-site scenarios

• Must be computer literate, and possess analytical and diagnostic skills

• Must have own tools

• Must be reliable and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written to represent the company with customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner

• Possesses the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people

• Must be willing to submit to pre-employment screening, including criminal background check and drug screen

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience

• Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record

• Houston, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, and general servicing of systems; includes detailed troubleshooting of Building Automation Systems
• Responsible for high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface
• With a strong level of broad technical competence, mentors technicians on building automation activities
• Completes project and service documentation with detail and accuracy
• Installs, diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions requiring
• extensive knowledge of Tridium, Cylon, ABB Building Automation Systems, with the
• ability to install, test and write modifications in system software
• Consults with customers after gathering data and conducting site assessments
• Provides field proposals for retrofits, upgrades and repairs to existing equipment, and
• installation of new equipment
• Assists sales team with technical recommendations for leads or customer visits as needed
• Manages assigned work professionally, efficiently, and with customer satisfaction
• Provides sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings
• May assist with job layouts and bid proposals
• Routinely checks in and out with customers during site visits, reporting problems or changes timely for the situation
• Keeps customers informed regarding details of service provided, outstanding issues and recommendations, including issues found outside of original scope (pull through)
• Adheres to all Company, industry and customer safety standards
• Provides safety leadership and instruction to other controls technicians in the branch
• Ensures safety awareness while working onsite with subcontractors
• Trains customers in controls system operations
• Delivers manuals and documentation to the customer for training needs as required
• Provides mentorship for certification of less experienced Controls Technicians
• Compiles job documentation, such as certificates of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists for share drive files
• Completes additional training, including online courses, instructor led classes, self-study, and research as needed to improve/maintain technical proficiency
• Assists in the design and configuration of building control systems as defined by contract documents
• Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, material cost estimates, network layouts and electrical schematics as required
• Assists in the development and testing of software programs necessary to operate systems per the intent of job scope requirements
• Compiles and/or completes project as-built and close-out documentation
• Selects, orders, and tracks the delivery of materials for assigned jobs
• Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required
• Assists in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation

Benefits

• Competitive Starting Pay
• On The Job Paid Training
• Unlimited Career Path
• Company Vehicle (as applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• IRA savings plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability