Automation Controls Technician

Veterans Prime, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Prime, Inc. in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking an Automation Controls Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC control and Building Automation Systems across commercial facilities, healthcare sites, manufacturing, and data centers.

The role emphasizes customer engagement and frontline technical repair; candidates with 3+ years in HVAC and a background in military training are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in HVAC servicing electrical/electronic/mechanical systems.
• Vocational program or Associate degree or Military Training preferred.
• Proficiency with hand/power tools and electrical testing equipment (e.g., multimeters).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC control and Building Automation Systems for commercial facilities, healthcare sites, manufacturing sites, and data centers.
• Respond to service and warranty calls, providing front-line technical repair.
• Use diagnostic tools and expertise to resolve building inefficiencies and recommend system updates.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring high-quality service and clear communication.

Skills

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical testing

Building automation

Education

Vocational program

Associate degree

Military training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Multimeters

Job description

Overview

Automation Controls Technician

Immediate Opportunity | Veterans Encouraged to Apply | $60,000 - $80,000 First Year, DOE

Along with strong career growth opportunities!

We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join our Corpus Christi, TX team. If you have a background in HVAC systems, electronics, and technical troubleshooting, we encourage you to apply. We have a strong preference for candidates with military experience.

What You Will Do

• System Maintenance: Perform the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of HVAC control and Building Automation Systems supporting commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, manufacturing sites, and data centers.
• Technical Support: Respond to service and warranty calls, providing front-line technical repair.
• Problem Solving: Use diagnostic tools and your technical expertise to resolve building inefficiencies and recommend system updates.
• Customer Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to our clients, ensuring high-quality service and clear communication.

What You Bring

• Experience & Education: 3+ years of experience in the HVAC industry servicing electrical, electronic, or mechanical systems. A vocational program or Associate degree or Military Training in a relevant field is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with hand/power tools, electrical testing equipment (e.g., multimeters), and computer-based diagnostics.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of HVAC sequences and applications.
• Veteran Preference: We highly encourage veterans to apply; we value the technical discipline and leadership skills you bring from your service.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (including 401K, medical, dental, and vision).
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
• An encouraging, collaborative team environment dedicated to professional growth and safety.

Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply

We highly value the technical discipline and leadership skills brought by military service. Military training in relevant technical fields is highly desired.

Military Specialties aligned with this job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Avionics Technician
• Aviation Technician
• Aviation Electrician
• HVAC Technician
• Electrician’s Mate
• Satellite Communications
• Interior Communication Electrician
• Fire Controlmen
• Electronics Technician
• Utilities Equipment Repairer