Technical Trainer - BAS

UNIFY ENERGY SOLUTIONS LLC • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Unify Energy Solutions is seeking a Building Automation Technical Trainer to help develop employees and customers through hands-on technical instruction, mentorship, and training-program development. The role is intended for an experienced building automation or HVAC controls professional who wants to transition from field work into training; formal teaching experience and a college degree are not required.

The trainer will design and deliver instruction on building automation fundamentals, HVAC systems, Direct Digital Controls (DDC), networking, BAS hardware and software, and troubleshooting. The role also develops coursework on BACnet, third-party integration, and interoperability, and builds expertise in Reliable Controls products, including WebView, RC-Studio, and RC-Tool. The trainer will create learning materials and practical lab environments, collaborate across technical teams to keep training current, and coach technicians in a supportive learning environment.

This is described as a stable, office-based weekday role with less exposure to the physical demands of daily field service and construction. The position is with Unify Energy Solutions, a Houston-based building automation and energy management company.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in building automation systems, HVAC controls, DDC, and control sequences for systems such as AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, and RTUs.
• Working knowledge of BACnet, BAS networking, third-party interfaces, and system-level integration.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex real-world BAS issues and explain how mechanical components, devices, and software interact.
• Patient, approachable communication skills and a passion for sharing knowledge, coaching others, and explaining complex technical concepts.
• Self-motivated approach and drive to improve training programs and learn new technologies and instructional techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching, mentoring, supervising, or creating technical documentation and training materials.
• Experience with Reliable Controls or other major BAS platforms, such as Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, or Tridium Niagara.
• Relevant technical certifications, trade credentials, or formal technical education.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, hands-on technical training for employees and customers on BAS fundamentals, HVAC systems, DDC, networking, BAS hardware and software, and troubleshooting.
• Develop coursework on BACnet, third-party system integration, and interoperability, and develop mastery of Reliable Controls products including WebView, RC-Studio, and RC-Tool.
• Build training materials, exercises, demonstration hardware, and practical lab environments focused on systems-level thinking and real-world problem solving.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Service, Construction, and Tech Support to assess skills gaps and align training with evolving technologies and industry practices.
• Coach and mentor technicians, foster a positive learning environment, build confidence, and strengthen troubleshooting capabilities.
• Continuously improve training programs and learn new technologies and instructional techniques.

What This Job Offers

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