HVAC Controls Technician

Southland Industries • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Perform routine maintenance, complex repairs, and installation of Building Automation Systems for large commercial HVAC equipment, including CRACs, VAVs, FPBs, AHUs, FCUs, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, boilers, and PLC-driven HVAC equipment. The position involves inspecting and troubleshooting HVAC system components; repairing, installing, programming, and integrating building automation systems, particularly Carrier I-Vu and Tridium-based Johnson Controls (FX) software; and using electrical multimeters and other test equipment to commission and analyze systems and equipment.

The technician calibrates and checks out HVAC controls hardware, follows preventive maintenance schedules, monitors systems, and performs safety inspections to support compliance with safety requirements and EPA regulations. The role also includes documenting maintenance, recommending repairs, keeping accurate work and materials records, completing paperwork, and assisting Service Sales with customer scoping, technical analysis, upgrades, retrofits, enhancements, and time and material estimates. All work must comply with Southland’s safety rules and regulations, and additional assignments may be requested as needed.

Southland Industries is a 100% employee-owned company. Benefits and eligibility may vary by union affiliation, location, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks; driving-related roles also require a successful Motor Vehicle Record check. Employment sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a five-year apprenticeship program or equivalent technical schooling, if applicable.
• At least five years of experience repairing, maintaining, and operating commercial HVAC Building Automation Systems.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and clean driving record.
• OSHA-10 certification, or obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Basic working knowledge of computer-based building control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to manage time effectively and complete delegated work within specified timeframes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug screening and physical examinations.
• Satisfy all jobsite-specific and Southland Industries requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot components of commercial HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, program, and integrate HVAC Building Automation Systems, including Carrier I-Vu and Tridium-based Johnson Controls (FX) software.
• Use electrical multimeters and other test equipment to commission and analyze control systems and HVAC equipment.
• Calibrate and check out hardware such as gauges, pressure transmitters, sensors, thermostats, flow meters, pneumatics, and variable frequency drives.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance on HVAC Building Automation Systems.
• Monitor systems and perform safety inspections to ensure compliance with established safety requirements and EPA regulations.
• Document preventive maintenance activities and recommend repairs to provide effective system solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used, and complete required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis, controls upgrades, retrofits, and enhancements to existing equipment.
• Assist with estimating time and material costs for customer-based system solutions.
• Perform all work in accordance with Southland’s safety rules and regulations.
• Perform additional assignments as requested or needed.
• Be available for standby or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs
• For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, and paid time off—are determined under the applicable local union agreement.

What This Job Offers

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