On-Site Energy & Building Automation Specialist

Schneider Electric Corp; San Antonio, Harlingen, Austin (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric Corp. in Laredo, TX seeks an On-Site Technical Resource to support HVAC, building automation, and campus operations.

This role serves as the daily technical contact, troubleshoots controls, coordinates contractors, and ensures safe, reliable facility operation for the university environment. The position involves monitoring multiple BAS platforms, performing basic maintenance, documenting actions, and assisting with commissioning, energy management, and training.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Schneider Electric’s day-to-day on-site technical contact for equipment, controls, comfort, and facility-system issues.
• Respond to service requests and alarms; investigate symptoms, identify root causes, stabilize conditions, and coordinate resolution.
• Operate and troubleshoot campus HVAC systems, including chillers, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, air-handling equipment, make-up air units, exhaust systems, VFDs, and distribution.
• Monitor and support operation of campus building automation systems such as Siemens, Trane, JCI, and EcoStruxure Building Operation.
• Check field devices and controls; verify correct operation after service or replacement.
• Perform basic HVAC and controls maintenance and minor repairs using hand tools and test equipment.
• Assist with installation, replacement, checkout, recommissioning, and documentation of controls devices.
• Support commissioning and functional verification of control sequences, schedules, and alarms.
• Help maintain efficient central plant operation, including equipment staging and demand-management activities.
• Use analytics and monitoring platforms to identify faults, prioritize work, and document outcomes.
• Coordinate planned maintenance, repairs, and contractor access with TAMIU personnel and Schneider Electric team.
• Provide technical oversight and field coordination for subcontractors, confirming scope and turnover.
• Maintain timely records of service calls, findings, actions, and updates to stakeholders.
• Support the Energy Manager with performance reviews, energy-saving opportunities, and recurring client reporting.
• Participate in emergency response and after-hours support when needed.
• Assist with technical training for TAMIU personnel and Schneider Electric team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Coordination

Documentation

Building automation

Tools

Siemens

Trane

Johnson Controls (JCI)

EcoStruxure Building Operation

Job description

Schneider Electric Corp. in Laredo, TX seeks an On-Site Technical Resource to support HVAC, building automation, and campus operations.

This role serves as the daily technical contact, troubleshoots controls, coordinates contractors, and ensures safe, reliable facility operation for the university environment. The position involves monitoring multiple BAS platforms, performing basic maintenance, documenting actions, and assisting with commissioning, energy management, and training.