Building Automation Controls Service Technician

HTS Engineering Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HTS Engineering Ltd. seeks an experienced frontline technical expert to own sophisticated HVAC control architectures and BAS across commercial, industrial, and institutional sites. You will diagnose and repair DDC systems, deliver TSAs, and empower facility operators through training to foster long-term partnerships.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, systems integration, and strong knowledge of BACnet/Modbus networks within mechanical HVAC operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on HVAC controls and/or building automation experience.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in HVAC, Electronics, or Building Automation.
• Experience with Delta Controls or Tridium Niagara preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and diagnose HVAC control architectures across sites.
• Perform high-priority spot service and repair on DDC systems.
• Train facility operators and build lasting customer relationships.

Skills

HVAC controls

Building automation

Diagnostics

Client training

Education

Associate degree / technical diploma in HVAC

Electronics

Building automation

Tools

Delta Controls

Tridium Niagara

DDC systems

Job description

You will be the frontline technical expert, taking ownership of sophisticated HVAC control architectures and Building Automation Systems (BAS) across commercial, industrial, and institutional sites.

Core Responsibilities

• Dynamic Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues within customer DDC systems and HVAC controls through high-priority spot service.

• Service Agreement Delivery: Execute Technical Support Agreements (TSAs) according to Setpoint’s elite procedural and quality standards.

• Client Empowerment: Train facility operators and build enduring customer relationships that turn clients into long-term partners.

Qualifications & Credentials

• Industry Experience: 5+ years of hands-on HVAC controls and/or building automation experience, or an Associate degree / technical diploma in HVAC, Electronics, or Building Automation.

• Platform Expertise: Prior experience with Delta Controls, Tridium Niagara, or comparable direct digital control (DDC) systems is highly preferred.

• Technical Breadth: Strong background in systems integration, electrical schematics, network protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus), and mechanical HVAC operations.