Air Systems, Inc.
HVAC Controls Technician (Union)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- San Jose, CA, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Category
- Skilled trades
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Active membership to a recognized HVAC/controls union.
- 6+ years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation systems.
- Strong understanding of:
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control sequences.
- Experience with system programming and commissioning preferred.
- Valid driver’s license
Nice to have
- OEM factory certifications (ALC, Niagara, Distech, JCI, Siemens, etc.)
- Experience in mission-critical environments (labs, data centers, hospitals)
- Knowledge of energy management and optimization strategies
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Full description
About Us
We offer complete, single-source facility solutions. Our offerings include commercial MEP solutions, sheet metal construction, preventive maintenance and service, building automation, energy management, and more.
Job Summary
Air Systems, Inc. is seeking a skilled Union HVAC Controls Technician to install, service, and maintain building automation and HVAC control systems in commercial and industrial environments. This role focuses on ensuring optimal system performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort while adhering to union standards and safety practices.
Applicants must be current members of a UA Local or SMART Local.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Install, troubleshoot, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC controls (DDC systems).
- Diagnose and repair control system issues, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and communication networks.
- Perform system programming, commissioning, and point-to-point verification.
- Interpret control drawings, schematics, and sequence of operations.
- Work on systems from major manufacturers (e.g., ALC, Distech, Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Trane, Honeywell, Schneider Electric).
- Coordinate with HVAC technicians, electricians, and facility teams to complete projects.
- Calibrate and test instrumentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Document service activities, system changes, and maintenance reports.
- Follow union work rules, safety protocols, and site-specific requirements.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Active membership to a recognized HVAC/controls union.
- 6+ years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation systems.
- Strong understanding of:
- DDC controls
- BACnet, Modbus, or ARCnet protocols
- Electrical systems and low-voltage wiring
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control sequences.
- Experience with system programming and commissioning preferred.
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Skills
- OEM factory certifications (ALC, Niagara, Distech, JCI, Siemens, etc.)
- Experience in mission-critical environments (labs, data centers, hospitals)