Technician I, Facilities Engineering (Control Technician)

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group is seeking an HVAC Maintenance Technician in Houston to perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems. You will monitor BAS alarms, assist in troubleshooting, and document activities in Maximo.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with the Facilities team to ensure reliable plant operations. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, strong English communication, and hands-on experience with HVAC

Qualifications

• Fluent reading, writing and communication in English.
• Experience with HVAC preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with BAS and CMMS systems like Maximo.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Monitor BAS for alarms and abnormal conditions; escalate as needed.
• Support repair and maintenance on chillers, pumps, VAVs, and controls.
• Document activities in Maximo and other systems accurately.
• Coordinate with team, contractors, and suppliers to ensure operations.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and cGMP requirements.
• Support plant utility systems, including water, air, boilers, and HVAC.
• Assist in planned shutdowns and capital projects where needed.

Skills

BAS monitoring

Maximo usage

English communication

Preventive maintenance

PIT knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Building Automation System

Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)

Job description

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Perform routine inspections and basic preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including air handling units (AHUs), filters, belts, motors, and exhaust systems, following established procedures and schedules.
• Assist in monitoring HVAC system performance through the Building Automation System (BAS), identifying alarms or abnormal operating conditions and escalating issues to senior technicians or supervisors as required.
• Support troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance activities on HVAC equipment, including chillers, pumps, VAV boxes, and environmental control systems, while gaining technical knowledge and hands‑on experience under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment, machinery, and utility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities, including evaluating, modifying, and developing maintenance procedures to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support Facilities Group activities, including planned shutdowns, capital projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and use of our Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) and team collaborations.
• Accurately document maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair activities in Maximo and other required systems in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with team members, production personnel, contractors, and suppliers to coordinate work activities and ensure operational success.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, quality, and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.
• Support the reliable and environmentally compliant operation of critical plant utility systems, including DI/Purified Water Systems, Clean Compressed Air Systems, Boilers, Chillers, HVAC Systems, and associated equipment.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO CLIENT:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Schedule: Thursday-Monday, 1:00p.m. – 9:30p.m.