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