HVAC & Environmental Building Controls Technician

Texas Biomedical Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

On-site wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking an HVAC & Environmental Building Controls Technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain BAS/BMS and HVAC controls across the campus. You will work with facilities, engineers, electricians, and contractors to ensure energy efficiency, reliability, and regulatory compliance in research environments.

The ideal candidate has four years of BAS/BMS experience, HVAC programming ability, and a solid electrical background.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience programming, commissioning, running system diagnostics, and/or repairing BAS/BMS systems.
• Experience writing computer programs and software applications related to HVAC.
• Strong electrical background with ability to run conduit/wiring and make terminations.
• Must obtain Security Risk Assessment (SRA) clearance and remain eligible for access to labs.
• Knowledge to calibrate panels and field-level devices (sensors/transmitters/etc.).
• Ability to support rotational on-call and after-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain BAS, BMS, and HVAC control systems.
• Diagnose and repair control system issues involving HVAC equipment and sensors.
• Program, configure, modify, and commission digital control systems and sequences.
• Monitor performance via GUIs, dashboards, alarms, and trends.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and wiring.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on control systems.
• Coordinate with external contractors and verify work per specs.
• Respond to BAS alarms and environment-related issues in research facilities.

Skills

HVAC programming

System diagnostics

Electrical wiring

On-call rotation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BAS

BMS

BACnet

Modbus

Job description

Texas Biomed is seeking an HVAC & Environmental Building Controls Technician who prefers a more favorable work/life balance, predominantly day shift only, the opportunity for a 4-10 workweek, a more consistent daily work schedule, and report to the same work site every day. The HVAC & Environment Building Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, operation, programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of building automation and HVAC control systems throughout the Texas Biomedical Research Institute (Texas Biomed) campus. This position supports reliable and efficient operation of critical research, laboratory, animal care, office, and support facilities by maintaining sophisticated HVAC control systems and associated equipment.

The technician will work closely with Facilities Operations, HVAC technicians, electricians, engineers, contractors, and other campus personnel to ensure building environmental conditions, equipment performance, energy efficiency, operational reliability meet Texas Biomed standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

Will be required to satisfactorily complete an SRA Federal background check.

The Role:

Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain building automation systems (BAS), building management systems (BMS), and HVAC control systems.

Diagnose and repair control system issues involving HVAC equipment, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, controllers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and related components.

Program, configure, modify, and commission digital control systems, including sequences of operation, setpoints, schedules, alarms, trends, and control logic.

Monitor HVAC system performance through graphical user interfaces, control dashboards, alarms, and trend data.

Investigate temperature, humidity, pressure, airflow, ventilation, and other environmental control issues and make appropriate system adjustments.

Maintain accurate documentation of control system configurations, programming changes, equipment points, wiring, and sequences of operation.

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on building automation and HVAC control systems.

Calibrate, test, and replace sensors, transmitters, actuators, thermostats, and other control devices.

Troubleshoot communication networks and protocols used by building automation systems, including BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and related technologies.

Assist with the integration of new HVAC equipment and control systems into existing BAS infrastructure.

Review control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, equipment submittals, and technical documentation.

Support installation, startup, commissioning, and functional testing of HVAC control systems and equipment.

Coordinate with outside controls contractors and service providers and verify work is completed according to specifications.

Respond to BAS alarms, HVAC control failures, and environmental conditions that may affect research, laboratory, animal care, or facility operations.

Assist in maintaining appropriate environmental conditions in critical and specialized areas.

Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, energy efficiency, equipment performance, and occupant comfort.

Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements, institutional policies, and regulatory standards.

Participate in an on-call or emergency response rotation as required.

Perform other duties as assigned by Facilities Management leadership.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• High school diploma or GED
• Four (4) years of experience programming, commissioning, running system diagnostics, and/or repairing building automation (BAS) / building management (BMS) systems
• Experience writing computer programs and software applications related to HVAC
• Strong electrical background with the ability to run conduit/wiring and make terminations preferred
• Must be able to obtain Security Risk Assessment (SRA) clearance and remain SRA eligible for duration of employment to access labs and lab integrity control equipment
• Knowledge and skills to properly calibrate panels as well as field-level devices and end device calibration (i.e. Setras, Room Pressure Monitors, etc.)
• Must have knowledge and experience to write computer programs and software applications related to the HVAC industry
• Must be able to support a rotational "on-call" process, which could include nights and weekends

What We Can Offer You!

• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year's).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)—the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.

Who We Are!

• Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.
• Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:
• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity! Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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