Startup/Commissioning Technician

Description

• Works with PM to plan, schedule, and coordinate all start-up and commissioning processes of assigned projects.
• Maintain a high level of understanding of total HVAC and Plumbing installation and operation, equipment capabilities, and controls systems architecture and sequences.
• Assist commissioning Agents while they are on-site with any needs or questions they may have.
• Displays a courteous and professional manner to customers and their representatives.
• Verify that equipment is ready to be started by the vendor.
• Ensures that the start-up crew is professionally conducting themselves.
• When required to do so, provides technical assistance for the best application for a particular installation.
• Keeps files in a concise, orderly manner.
• Documents all job-related occurrences.
• Assigns punch list items to the appropriate field superintendent.
• Complete required Commissioning documentation.
• Assist in the communication of Commissioning issues to SPC’s team.
• Motivate the crew to the highest level.
• Closes out completed punch list items.
• Completes startup documentation to be included in turnover packages.
• Assembly and disassembly of various pieces of equipment.
• Assist in pre-testing of controls and DDC point-to-point and logic sequencing.
• Procure material as needed to complete tasks within contract scope, such as:
• Adjust equipment settings such that it will operate according to design drawings and specifications.
• Assist in piping system flushing and complete documentation for the flushing activities.
• Participates in Autodesk Build QA/QC punch list.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment or system operation and provide solutions.
• Activate and document the starting conditions of the equipment.
• Brazing with Nitrogen Purge.
• Keeps file in a concise, orderly manner.
• Execute and assist with the coordination of Owner Training.
• Completes startup forms for equipment as required.
• Keeps a daily record.
• Can personally show the crew members the quality expected of SPC Mechanical.
• Works with factory startup technicians and obtains forms as required.

Requirements

• Displays the ability to find solutions to problems.
• Two years of mechanical service, equipment startup, or Commissioning experience.
• Special wiring as needed
• Mechanical equipment such as Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Handling Units, and Fans
• Must have a high level of skill in troubleshooting of multiple trades and types of systems, such as:
• Glycol as required
• Activation of equipment and ability to find startup requirements in the Installation Manual.
• Uses Autodesk Build for QC/QA processes.
• Ability to climb rooftop access ladders
• Plumbing equipment such as air compressors, vacuum pumps, and sump pumps
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to lead crew in the direction most productive for the timely completion of the job while following the project commissioning process.
• Ability to frequently lift or carry up to 75 pounds and assist with lifting to 120 pounds
• Understand Electrical Systems and be able to troubleshoot line-side work and troubleshoot/resolve low-voltage (24V) issues.
• Understands the value of each customer to SPC Mechanical regardless of the size or scope of the job.
• Understand system start-up, test and balancing, commissioning, and diagnosis.
• Understand and stay current with industry trends and standards.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Is knowledgeable of trade standards in general as well as SPC Mechanical standards in particular.
• Current driver’s license.
• Have overall ability to diagnose and report problem situations accurately.
• Must be able to travel throughout regional projects
• Refrigerant for Dx Startup
• Universal EPA certification recommended; will be required to acquire within 1 year.
• Proficient in the use of special tools or equipment such as flow meters, flow hoods, temp cooling, etc.
• Comfortable working on ladders, rooftops, and crawl spaces

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance