Energy Management Technician

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63,052–$80,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Capital Equipment, Energy Management, Facilities Engineering, Functional Testing, HVAC, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Laboratory Management, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance Services, Medicine, Pediatrics, Preventative Maintenance, Regulatory Requirements, Research Laboratory, Risk, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
16 days ago

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Job Title: Energy Management Technician

Division: Pediatrics

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $63,052 - $80,000

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

The Energy Maintenance Technician Controls Technician plays a key role in supporting the safe and reliable operation of a BSL‑2 research facility. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting HVAC systems, BAS field devices, laboratory airflow controls, and refrigerant‑based equipment. The technician ensures all environmental systems operate efficiently, meet regulatory requirements, and provide stable conditions essential for research activities.

Job Duties

  • HVAC & Mechanical Systems

Maintain and troubleshoot:

Air handling units

VAV terminal boxes

Reheat coils

Exhaust systems supporting laboratory spaces

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems serving research labs and support areas

Diagnoses airflow, temperature, and pressurization issues affecting lab containment

  • BAS & Controls

Maintain BAS terminal devices, including:

Sensors

Actuators

Controllers

Replaces failed BAS controllers and verify proper operation

Assists with point-to-point verification and functional testing

Works with Facilities and Engineering staff to identify control issues impacting lab safety

  • Refrigeration & EPA Compliance

Services refrigerant-based equipment including:

Freezers

Refrigerators

HVAC systems

Recovers, handle, and dispose of refrigerants in compliance with EPA regulations

Maintains accurate refrigerant usage and recovery documentation

  • Compliance & Safety

Support BSL-2 facility requirements related to:

Environmental control

Equipment reliability

Safety systems

Follows lockout/tagout, confined space, and biosafety procedures

Coordinates work with EHS and lab personnel as required

  • Documentation

Completes CMMS work orders with clear troubleshooting notes

Assists in identifying aging or high-risk equipment for capital planning

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • BAS experience (Schneider, Siemens, JCI, etc.).
  • Experience in research, healthcare, or regulated facilities.
  • Experience troubleshooting at the terminal device level.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 24341

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