HVAC & BAS Controls Technician

Description

Company Summary

Unify Energy Solutions is a leading provider of innovative Building Automation Solutions (BAS) that maximize energy efficiency and sustainable building operations. Our solutions control and monitor building functions such as heating, air conditioning, and lighting in the education, commercial office, healthcare, government, and data center markets. If you're dedicated and ambitious, Unify Energy Solutions is an excellent place to grow your career.

Job Summary

Are you a Commercial HVAC Technician with a talent for troubleshooting and a hunger for the "tech" side of the industry? Do you excel with chillers, RTUs, and air handlers, but feel ready to master the world of Building Automation Systems (BAS)?

Unify Energy Solutions is seeking an early-to-mid-career, motivated technician to become our foundational presence in San Antonio. Because we are currently scaling our San Antonio operations, this role begins with a 3–6 month intensive training residency in Houston. We are looking for a candidate who is ready to plant long-term roots in San Antonio and lead our local projects as they come online.

The Training & Development Path

• The Houston Residency: You will spend your first 3–6 months based in Houston to master BAS controls integration.
• Flexible "Commuter" Schedule: During this training phase, we may offer a 4-10 schedule (four 10-hour days) to accommodate those traveling from San Antonio or who are not local to Houston.
• San Antonio Field Rotations: You will transition to San Antonio for 1–2 weeks at a time to support site-specific operations.
• The Long-Term Goal: Transition into a full-time, 40-hour on-site technician role in San Antonio as the market territory matures.

What You’ll Do

• Mechanical & Controls Fusion: Perform start-up and troubleshooting on commercial HVAC systems (RTUs, chillers, boilers) while learning to integrate them with BAS.
• Digital Integration: Develop expertise in BAS controls for VFDs, actuators, and dampers.
• System Setup: Configure, download, and verify controller hardware and network addresses to ensure optimal performance.
• Optimization: Execute sequence verification to maximize building energy efficiency.
• Technical Communication: Facilitate BACnet integrations and provide clear updates to project managers and customers.

What We Offer

• A Clear Career Pivot: An accelerated pathway from traditional HVAC to BAS Controls Expert.
• Training Support: Paid, hands-on training on industry-leading BAS platforms and integration tools.
• Competitive Compensation: Pay that recognizes your mechanical skill while you learn the digital side.
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO).

Job Type:

• Full-time

Job Location:

• San Antonio, TX

Unify Energy Solutions, LLC is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Requirements

Ideal Background

• Experience: 1–3+ years of hands-on commercial HVAC experience (Chiller/RTU experience is a major plus).
• Growth Mindset: A strong desire to learn BAS software tools, networking basics, and controls logic. We will train you in controls.
• Technical Literacy: Proficiency in interpreting control wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Flexibility: Must be willing to travel/train in Houston initially and be ready to move to San Antonio.
• Physicality: Ability to lift 30+ lbs and work in various commercial building environments.
• Requirements: A valid driver's license and a reliable work ethic.