Building Automation Systems Technician II (BAS)

HTS Engineering Ltd.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HTS Engineering Ltd. in Austin, TX seeks a Controls Specialist to develop control databases, graphics, and programming sequences while providing hands-on startup and commissioning support for building automation projects.

You will work with platforms like Distech or Niagara and ensure systems meet client needs and building codes. The role requires a solid understanding of electrical circuitry, plus hands-on troubleshooting of installation issues and accurate project documentation to maintain

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience working with Tridium and/or Distech building controls (field commissioning, servicing, troubleshooting).
• 3+ years of BACnet MSTP experience with commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of experience with controls programming and building automation controls database management.
• 3+ years of experience with troubleshooting basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Provide Controls database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. (Distech, Alerton, Tridium, experience preferred)
• Provide accurate controls of systems start-up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned.
• Intermediate experience with commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting BACnet MSTP and/or BACnet IP.
• Support and coordinate with installation personnel, contractors, and project managers, etc. on project sites.
• Debug and troubleshoot installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.

Skills

Controls programming

Building automation

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tridium

Distech

BACnet MSTP

BACnet IP

Job description

The candidate will report to the hiring manager and take responsibility for developing control databases, graphics, and programming sequences while providing hands‑on startup and commissioning support for building automation projects. Drawing on a solid understanding of electrical circuitry and platforms like Distech or Niagara, the specialist will troubleshoot installation issues, maintain accurate project documentation, and ensure systems operate efficiently to meet building codes and client needs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Controls database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. (Distech, Alerton, Tridium, experience preferred)
• Provide accurate controls of systems start-up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned.
• Intermediate experience with commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting BACnet MSTP and/or BACnet IP.
• Support and coordinate with installation personnel, contractors, and project managers, etc. on project sites.
• Debug and troubleshoot installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience working with Tridium and/or Distech building controls (field commissioning, servicing, troubleshooting).
• 3+ years of BACnet MSTP experience with commissioning, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of experience with controls programming and building automation controls database management.
• 3+ years of experience with troubleshooting basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.