Building Automation Technician

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Flexible spending accounts

457 deferred compensation plans

Retirement pension (TCDRS)

Transportation assistance (Metro Ride)

Job summary

Harris County is seeking an on-site Controls Technician responsible for monitoring and troubleshooting automated HVAC control systems to maintain production uptime. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with OEMs, and assist with startup and commissioning of new systems.

A background with AHUs, chillers, and complex building controls is required, along with strong communication skills. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, travel up to 25%, and flexibility to work varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience working with controls.
• High school diploma, GED equivalency.
• Knowledge of AHU’s, chiller plants, complex fan systems, and building controls head-ends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor control systems of automated equipment and troubleshoot to avoid production interruptions.
• Perform preventative maintenance and coordinate with OEM for repairs.
• Troubleshoot field wiring, sensors, controllers, and communications issues.
• Perform root cause analysis of HVAC controls malfunctions and suggest improvements.
• Startup and commissioning of new systems and functions.
• Coordinate with installation subcontractors to complete projects on time and to code.
• Conduct point-to-point checkout per standard procedures.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communicating with customers

Physical lifting

Travel willingness

Education

Associate's or technical degree

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for monitoring the control systems of automated equipment utilizing software to verify that the controls are within certain parameters. When controls exceed or fall below specifications, they must quickly troubleshoot the problem to avoid or minimize interruptions to production.

Job Duties

• Perform periodic preventative maintenance to ensure issues are detected early and resolved before the equipment fails. Work with OEM to track open repairs and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair field wiring and sensors. Modify controllers, sensors, and components, and troubleshoot communications issues.
• Perform root cause analysis of HVAC controls systems malfunctions while striving for continuous improvement and making recommendations.
• Startup and commissioning of new systems and functions
• Work closely with installation subcontractors and coordinate work with them to ensure projects are completed on time and per code, standards, and contract requirements
• Perform a point-to-point checkout per standard procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

Education

• High school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency.

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience working with controls; knowledge of AHU’s, chiller plants, complex fan systems, and building controls head-ends.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, building mechanical/electrical drawings and technical guides.
• Ability to effectively communicate progress, status, and issues to internal and external customers.
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders), and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement

In accordance with Harris County’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:

• Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
• Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events.
• Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
• Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity.

Automatic Disqualification

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor
• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years
• Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
• Family Violence conviction

NOTE

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but only information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Education:Associate's or technical degree.

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.

Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary: Commensurate experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure

May work outside in all kinds of weather; may work with no air conditioning or heating. This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Wellness.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 457 deferred compensation plans.
• Retirement pension (TCDRS).
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.