BAS Controls Technician - Up to $65/hr

LINK Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

LINK Staffing is recruiting BAS Technicians for direct-hire opportunities with an established commercial HVAC and building automation company in Houston. You will work on commercial BAS that monitor and control HVAC equipment and building performance, with opportunities for growth in programming, commissioning, service or project leadership.

Compensation is based on BAS experience and capabilities, up to $65/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience or technical training in Building Automation Systems or Commercial HVAC.
• Strong ability to read or learn wiring diagrams and technical documents.
• Good mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficient with computers and basic software tools.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to work in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, start up, test and service Building Automation Systems.
• Assist with or independently perform DDC system commissioning.
• Troubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, controllers and related equipment.
• Read wiring diagrams, control drawings and project documentation.
• Configure and update controller software and graphics; document changes and results.

Skills

Building Automation Systems

Commercial HVAC

Electrical controls

Electronics

Industrial controls

Mechanical systems

Wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Work environments

Driver's license

Travel to jobsites

Overtime availability

Tools

BACnet

Modbus

LonWorks

Niagara

Tridium

Destech Controls

Job description

BAS Controls Technician - Up to $65/hr Location: Houston, TX Pay: Up to $65.00 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Full-Time Employment Type: Direct Hire

Build Your Career in Commercial Building Automation

LINK Staffing is recruiting BAS Controls Technicians for direct-hire opportunities with an established commercial HVAC and building automation company in Houston. Candidates at different experience levels may be considered, from developing technicians with a strong HVAC, electrical or controls foundation to senior BAS professionals with advanced programming and commissioning experience.

Compensation will be based on your demonstrated BAS experience, technical capabilities, platform knowledge, certifications and ability to work independently. This is not a residential HVAC service position. You will work with commercial Building Automation Systems that monitor and control HVAC equipment, energy usage and building performance.

Job Highlights

• Earn up to $65.00 per hour, based on experience
• Full-time position
• Direct hire opportunity
• Junior, mid-level and senior candidates may be considered
• Opportunities for technical training and continuing education
• Career growth in programming, commissioning, service or project leadership
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and paid time off

What You’ll Do

• Install, start up, test and service Building Automation Systems
• Assist with or independently perform DDC system commissioning
• Troubleshoot HVAC controls, sensors, controllers and related equipment
• Read wiring diagrams, control drawings, mechanical plans and project documentation
• Download, configure and update controller software
• Test, calibrate and adjust building automation equipment
• Verify system operation according to project requirements and control sequences
• Create or modify BAS graphics, databases and controller configurations
• Document completed work, system changes and commissioning results
• Communicate project progress, field conditions and technical concerns
• Support customer training following system installation
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, subcontractors and project teams
• Follow company safety procedures and jobsite requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience or technical training in one or more of the following: Building Automation Systems
• Commercial HVAC
• Electrical controls
• Electronics
• Industrial controls
• Mechanical systems
• Ability to read or learn to read wiring diagrams and technical documentation
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in office, mechanical-room and construction-jobsite environments
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel to customer jobsites throughout the Houston area
• Availability for occasional overtime or weekend work when required

Experience That May Support Higher Compensation

• Independent BAS or DDC installation
• BAS programming and sequence development
• System commissioning and functional testing
• Advanced HVAC controls troubleshooting
• BACnet, Modbus or LonWorks
• Niagara or Tridium
• Distech Controls Siemens or comparable BAS platforms
• Front-end graphics development
• Controller and database configuration
• Commercial chillers, boilers, air handlers and VAV systems
• IP networking and system integration
• Customer training
• Field leadership or technician mentoring
• Manufacturer training or BAS certifications

Who May Be a Good Fit

• An experienced BAS technician seeking more advanced projects
• A commercial HVAC controls technician ready for career growth
• A senior BAS programmer or commissioning technician
• An electrical or controls technician transitioning into building automation
• A technically skilled HVAC professional with controls experience
• An developing technician seeking additional BAS training

Why Consider This Opportunity?

You will join a commercial controls organization that values technical knowledge, continuing education and long-term career development. The company is open to considering candidates at different experience levels. A developing technician may receive additional training, while an experienced professional may take on more advanced programming, commissioning, troubleshooting or project responsibilities. This is a direct-hire position. The selected candidate will become an employee of the client company rather than working on a temporary or temp-to-hire assignment.