Sr BAS Project Lead
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
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What we offer:
Competitive salaryandbonus plan
We offer incentive programs for turning in referral leads and quoting planned service agreements or L&M up to 6% payout of the sale value
Paidvacation/holidays/sicktime-10 days of vacation first year
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K medical dental and vision careAvailable day one
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Check us out!: Overview
Under minimal supervision this role serves as a senior hands-on Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Commercial HVAC expert supporting both service and construction project environments. The Senior / Lead Technician is responsible for technical execution quality control and leadership in the field while delivering reliable system performance and strong customer outcomes.
This position combines advanced technical expertise construction/startup leadership customer-facing responsibility and mentorship of junior technicians.
What You Will Do
- Commission troubleshoot program and optimize BAS and HVAC systems to ensure proper integration functionality and performance.
- Execute work across construction projects retrofits and service environments including occupied facilities.
- Serve as a senior technical resource and escalation point for complex mechanical electrical and controls issues.
- Interface directly with customers general contractors project managers and internal teams to ensure work is installed per scope executed safely and turned over cleanly.
- Represent the company as a trusted technical and customer partner with future responsibility for customer success and relationship management.
How You Will Do It
BAS / Controls Construction & Project Execution
- Lead and oversee BAS field installation activities including controller placement panel mounting device installation and network topology verification.
- Perform point-to-point checkouts wiring validation sensor and actuator calibration and device addressing.
- Load configure and adjust controllers and sequences within approved scope and standards.
- Lead startup functional performance testing and commissioning activities; validate sequences of operation and resolve deficiencies.
- Coordinate closely with electricians mechanical contractors general contractors and other trades to resolve conflicts and maintain project schedules.
- Develop redlines markups and as-built corrections to support engineering updates and project closeout.
- Support project managers with submittal reviews material tracking equipment schedules and coordination meetings.
Technical Service & Troubleshooting (Senior/Expert Level)
- Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical electrical and controls issues across commercial HVAC systems including RTUs AHUs chillers boilers VAVs and hydronic systems.
- Perform advanced diagnostics utilizing trend data metering pressure/temperature analysis and sequence validation.
- As directed execute preventive maintenance corrective repairs and system optimization with a strong first-time-fix mindset.
- Identify and recommend retrofit upgrade and optimization opportunities discovered during service activity.
Programming Commissioning & Integration
- Modify test and validate BAS programming logic blocks alarms schedules and graphics in accordance with internal standards.
- Support commissioning and turnover for both service and construction projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve communication and integration issues (BACnet MS/TP IP-based systems and proprietary networks).
Customer Consultation & Customer Success
- Act as a senior customer-facing technical resource clearly communicating findings system performance and recommendations.
- Provide field-driven recommendations for system improvements energy strategies and long-term reliability.
- Support sales and project teams with site assessments scope clarifications and technical documentation.
- Serve as the foundation for future Customer Success Managertype responsibilities ensuring customer satisfaction trust and repeat business.
Leadership Mentorship & Team Development
- Serve as the technical escalation point for BAS HVAC and system integration challenges.
- Mentor and train junior technicians reinforcing troubleshooting methodology quality expectations and safety practices.
- Lead small installation startup or commissioning crews on projects as required.
- Prepare for future responsibility managing technicians leading teams and contributing to workforce development.
Documentation & Project Closeout
- Accurately complete service reports commissioning forms punch lists as-builts and turnover documentation.
- Assist with closeout packages O&M manuals and customer training.
- Ensure documentation supports billing milestones warranty compliance and long-term system support.
Safety (Non-Negotiable)
- Lead by example in compliance with all safety requirements including LOTO PPE fall protection confined space and electrical safety.
- Provide onsite safety leadership when directing or working alongside other technicians or subcontractors.
Work Schedule & Commitment
- Willingness and availability to work shutdowns extended hours nights weekends and overtime as required to meet project schedules commissioning timelines and customer commitments.
What We Look For
- 20 years of commercial HVAC and BAS experience across service and/or construction.
- Advanced ability to read and interpret schematics control drawings sequences submittals and risers.
- Proven experience with BAS installation commissioning controller configuration and system integration.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently while leading others.
- BAS platform certifications or training (Metasys Tridium FX Distech Siemens etc.).
- Experience leading BAS install teams startup crews or service technicians.
- Experience with large-tonnage equipment hydronic systems VFDs and airflow diagnostics.
- Demonstrated success on retrofit modernization and complex commissioning projects.
Physical & Work Environment
- Ability to work in mechanical rooms rooftops and tight-access environments.
- Ability to lift move and handle tools materials and equipment required for the job.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $100-140k (Salary to be determined by the education experienceknowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual groupand corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical
profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process we may usetechnology assisted tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site athttps:// Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit here.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 120,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation sy ... View more