Controls Technician
Senior Controls Service Technician
Location: Houston, TX
Industry: Building Automation & Controls
Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established building automation and mechanical services provider supporting a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and mission-critical facilities. They are seeking a Senior Controls Service Technician to provide advanced troubleshooting, programming, commissioning, and service support for BAS/DDC systems throughout the Houston market.
This individual will serve as a technical leader within the service team, supporting customers directly while mentoring junior technicians and coordinating complex service projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize building automation and control systems.
- Perform advanced controls programming, modifications, and system integration.
- Diagnose system performance issues using software tools, testing equipment, and field observations.
- Execute preventative maintenance, service agreements, quoted work, and emergency service calls.
- Support commissioning, startup, and checkout activities on new and existing systems.
- Coordinate and lead multi-technician service projects.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for junior controls technicians.
- Work directly with customers to explain findings, recommendations, and completed work.
- Create and maintain graphics, databases, schedules, control sequences, and other BAS programming functions.
- Complete service documentation, commissioning records, and project reporting.
- Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle inventory.
- Participate in an on-call rotation as required.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Technical degree or vocational training in HVAC, Controls, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.
- 4+ years of experience servicing and supporting Building Automation Systems.
- Proven experience with one or more major BAS/DDC platforms.
- Strong troubleshooting and programming experience within commercial HVAC controls environments.
- Knowledge of low-voltage controls, electrical circuitry, and HVAC system operation.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and technical documentation.
- Experience using testing equipment, meters, and commissioning tools.
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally to customer sites.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting enterprise-level BAS installations.
- Integration experience involving HVAC equipment, lighting controls, energy management systems, or access control systems.
- Exposure to BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based network architectures.
- Experience with graphics development, database management, and advanced controls programming.
- Previous leadership or mentoring experience within a field service environment.
What You'll Receive
- Competitive compensation package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
- Career progression opportunities into senior technical or leadership roles
- Stable pipeline of service and retrofit projects
About the Company
Our client is a leading provider of building automation, controls, and facility optimization solutions. They deliver service, retrofit, and integration projects across a variety of commercial and industrial environments, focusing on energy efficiency, system reliability, and long-term customer partnerships.
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