Controls Technician

divcon • Texas, TX

2d

About The Position

The Controls Technician is the hands-on foundation of the controls field team, supporting DDC/BAS or PLC project work based on business needs, project assignment, and developing skillset. Under the direction of Senior and Lead Technicians, the role performs installation verification, database uploads, point-to-point checkout, startup support, field documentation, and issue escalation. The position includes regular travel; per diem, lodging, and travel accommodations are provided in accordance with company policy.

The technician starts up, commissions, and re-commissions customer systems using DDC or PLC technology, resolves or assists with mid-level system problems, and coordinates with subcontractors and other trades. Work may include turnkey delivery for unitary systems such as VAV/FPB/FCU, small AHUs/CRAHs, and basic CW/HW systems, as well as verification and commissioning support for datacenter projects.

The role requires familiarity with HVAC controls, control wiring, DDC/BAS or PLC platforms, communication protocols, construction documents, and jobsite safety. It also requires frequent travel and physical work at active construction sites, including working at heights and in confined spaces.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of controls installer experience or 1–2 years working in the HVAC controls industry; equivalent electrical, HVAC, construction, automation, or technical training may be considered.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and basic controls strategies, including the ability to use the sequence of operations as a field reference during point-to-point checkout and startup.
• Understanding of low-voltage control circuits, control wiring, dry contacts, relay logic, multimeter use, wire labeling, color coding, and LOTO/jobsite safety requirements.
• Operator-level familiarity with one or more DDC/BAS or PLC platforms, such as Tridium Niagara, Delta enteliWEB, Distech, Siemens Desigo, JCI Metasys, Schneider EcoStruxure, Rockwell Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar.
• Basic understanding of BACnet, Modbus, LON, EtherNet/IP, network cable types, unique addressing, and end-of-line termination expectations.
• Ability to read and work from ladder diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layout drawings, equipment schedules, point lists, and project documentation.
• Strong communication and documentation discipline, attention to detail, and ability to escalate issues before making unapproved field modifications.
• Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record as required by the company's insurance provider.
• Hands-on experience or training with field device wiring, controller I/O, point-to-point checkout, basic networking, drawings, and QA/QC documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in or around active construction environments and communicating with technicians, project managers, trades, contractors, or customers.
• Experience with Niagara, BACnet, Modbus, or comparable controls platforms or protocols.

Responsibilities

• Start up, commission, and re-commission customer systems that use DDC or PLC technology.
• Troubleshoot systems or assist others in resolving mid-level system problems, and work with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Verify field installation against drawings, schedules, point lists, network architecture, addressing tables, and project documentation; flag discrepancies to a Supervisor or Senior or Lead Technician.
• Provide turnkey project delivery on assigned site systems, including unitary systems (VAV/FPB/FCU), small AHUs/CRAHs, and basic CW/HW systems.
• Perform verification checks in accordance with L2 to L4 requirements and support L5 and IST-level commissioning for turnkey datacenter execution.
• Understand common communication protocols and network types, and verify topology and addressing against project documents.
• Support commissioning by performing installation verification, point-to-point checkout, functional test steps, and project-specific QC forms under Senior or Lead direction; document and escalate failed steps before proceeding.
• Document work as performed using company QC forms, third-party commissioning documents, and customer or project systems; log deficiencies, failed points, field mismatches, address conflicts, and drawing issues.
• Maintain familiarity with AEC and construction processes and documents, including plans, specifications, controls and equipment submittals, RFIs, and the submittal process.
• Travel by plane or vehicle as required and perform work at active construction sites.
• Follow jobsite safety requirements, including LOTO requirements.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth, hands-on training, and career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; the company covers 100% of individual medical premiums and helps offset the cost of family coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match, eligible after 90 days.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance at no cost to employees.
• Flexible PTO with no accruing time requirement.
• For eligible field-based roles requiring travel: business travel expenses, per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE provided at no cost.
• Eligible field-based employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed