HVAC Controls Technician – Commissioning & Troubleshooting

Southland Industries

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

12 hours ago

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Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Controls Technician to join our on-site team in Houston, TX. The role focuses on startup, troubleshooting, commissioning, and servicing DDC building automation for large commercial HVAC systems.

You will diagnose and repair HVAC projects, interpret control drawings, and perform point-to-point testing and commissioning on site, using tools, laptops, and test equipment. Strong communication and project coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

Two years technical degree preferred but not required.
2–5 years experience with DDC applications and HVAC equipment knowledge.
Hands-on experience with TAC and Johnson Controls technologies.
Strong computer skills and basic network knowledge; MS Office (Visio, Word, Excel).
Effective interpersonal skills; represent Southland Industries professionally.
Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people.
Project management experience preferred.
Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Commission, diagnose, and repair commercial HVAC projects.
Interpret control drawings, plan and specifications to test program.
Point-to-point checkout, startup, and commissioning on assigned projects.
Utilize hand tools, laptop, and test equipment on site.
Analyze problems and resolve issues to ensure overall system functions properly.