Lead / Sr. Building Automation Controls HVAC Technician

HTS•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment, with a focus on building automation systems. The technician will work with electro-mechanical systems, computer programs and software applications related to the HVAC industry, and various electronic or digital controls systems. Responsibilities include programming, job start-up, checkout, and troubleshooting complex projects, as well as integrating low voltage building sub-systems using industry protocols like LON, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc. The position requires the ability to read and interpret design and construction documents, and work in diverse physical environments. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a valid driver's license are also necessary.

Requirements

3+ years of experience with Electro-mechanical systems (either in a previous role or through education)
User PC/software skill
3+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
Experience writing computer programs and software applications related to the HVAC industry
Knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems
Ability to test and write modifications to system software in multiple languages
Experience programming, job start-up, checkout, and troubleshooting complex projects
Experience with the integration of low voltage building sub-systems industry protocols, such as LON, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret design and construction documents
Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Must be able and willing to work overtime as needed
Must be 18 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license with limited violations
Meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or state-recognized GED
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related
5+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
Experience with PLC and/ or block programming

Responsibilities

Installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
Writing computer programs and software applications related to the HVAC industry
Testing and writing modifications to system software in multiple languages
Programming, job start-up, checkout, and troubleshooting complex projects
Integrating low voltage building sub-systems using industry protocols (LON, BACnet, N2, Modbus, etc.)
Reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents
Working in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions
Using hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet
Carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted
Working overtime as needed