Test and Balance Technician
Macdonald-Miller Facility Solutions
Full-service design‑build mechanical contractor improving building systems across the Pacific Northwest.
Perform certified TAB services on commercial HVAC systems, verify performance, report findings.
10 days ago ago
$40 - $85
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Field
Company Size
2,503 Employees
Service Specialisms
Design‑build mechanical contracting
HVAC & mechanical systems
Plumbing
Electrical
Alternative energy solutions
Smart Building technologies
Performance contracting
Mechanical repairs
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Multi-Trade Prefabrication
Mechanical Systems
Building Systems
Engineering
Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Role
Description
control systems
fault detection
remote monitoring
preventative maintenance
hvac projects
mechanical installation
- Building performance - Control systems, fault detection, energy services and remote monitoring
- Confirm correct union classification with the local hall before posting
- Service - scheduled preventative maintenance ensuring tenant comfort, and 24/7 emergency response
- Tackling unique and technically challenging HVAC projects
- New construction - Engineering, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems for new projects following lean construction practices
Requirements
tab
hvac
multimeter
certification
reporting
communication
- Experience performing TAB work or using specialized tools such as digital multimeters, airflow meters, infrared cameras, leak detectors, and temperature-humidity meters
- One-year employment commitment applies for company-funded certifications
- An excellent communicator and collaborative teammate
- A proactive problem-solver with strong technical instincts
- Clear verification of HVAC system performance to ensure proper balancing and operation
- Highly accountable and trustworthy
- Candidates must begin certification process within 90 days of hire (company supports training and preparation)
- Ability to produce accurate, detailed TAB reports aligned with design intent
- Someone with a strong work ethic and consistent, high-quality execution
- Strong communication and coordination with project teams, GC partners, and field crews
- Experienced TAB technicians encouraged to apply, including those not yet certified
- Autonomy, continuous learning, and solving problems without micromanagement
- Certification preferred; equivalent TAB experience accepted with commitment to certify
- Accurate, high-quality TAB readings and reports that align with design expectations
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus + We will pay for your TAB or NEBB certification, including prep, training, and exam fees! **
- Safety - Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it's an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.
- Being part of a transparent, team-focused, supportive company culture
- New-to-TAB hires are paired with a mentor for approximately six months before independent assignments
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1965
Year Founded
The company's origins trace back to 1965.
11 locations
Geographic Presence
Expanded across the region with 11 strategic locations.
$483 million
Annual Revenue
Generates approximately $483 million annually.
50k sq ft
HQ Expansion
A 50,000-square-foot hybrid HQ with advanced tech facilities.
- Headquartered in SeaTac with its own prefabrication shop, tackles projects of all sizes.
- Specializes in HVAC, mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical work, energy management, and smart building solutions.
- Designed and maintained systems for office towers, healthcare and biotech facilities, industrial plants, and mixed-use developments.
- Operates with a self-performed service fleet and a strong financial track record.
- Moved to a hybrid HQ featuring a VR lab and real-time command center.
- History includes a buy-out from public ownership, reinvigorating under independent leadership.
- Focuses on performance contracting, mechanical innovation, exposed ductwork, and futuristic control automation.
Culture + Values
- Safety first. Always. No exceptions.
- Commitment to building long-term relationships.
- People-centric focus - investing in employees, customers, and communities.
- Integrity and transparency in all actions.
- Continuous improvement - always learning, evolving, and innovating.
- Excellence in everything we do.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Goal
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Promoting sustainable building practices.
- Increasing energy efficiency in client facilities.
- Investing in clean energy solutions.
- Advocating for green building certifications like LEED.
- Developing sustainable HVAC and mechanical systems.
Inclusion & Diversity
26%
Gender Diversity
Reflects the percentage of women employees across all roles within the company.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.
- Employee resource groups supporting diverse backgrounds.
- Ongoing initiatives to attract and retain underrepresented groups.
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