Commissioning Agent I

asu; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASU, based in Tempe, seeks a Facilities Specialist 2 to provide intermediate facilities operations support and assist in commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for existing buildings and new construction.

The role focuses on advancing energy and sustainability goals through field testing, data review, and documentation of HVAC systems and controls. Some travel across campuses may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent military/technical training.
• 1–3 years of verified experience in building systems, MEP design, facilities operations, or commissioning support.
• Familiarity with HVAC, electrical systems, and building controls; EIT or commissioning certs encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning and retro-commissioning for existing buildings under Sr. supervision.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining commissioning plans, specs, and work plans.
• Review submittals, sequences of operation, HVAC systems, and controls; support testing and verification.

Skills

Communication skills

HVAC systems

Field testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Trace

IES

BAS/BMS

Job description

Job Profile:

Facilities Specialist 2

Job Family: Facilities Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:

Provides intermediate to complex facilities operations support for a department based on established policies and procedures.

Job Description:

Facilities Development and Management (FDM) seeks a Commissioning Agent I to support the Senior Commissioning Agent in commissioning and retro-commissioning projects for existing buildings and new construction. This role focuses on advancing campus energy and sustainability goals through active field testing, data review, system documentation, and corrective action verification of HVAC mechanical systems and controls.

This position is based at ASU's Tempe campus but will require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

This position will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties:

• Support commissioning and retro-commissioning efforts for existing buildings under the direction of the Sr. Commissioning Agent.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive commissioning plans, specifications, and work plans.
• Support new construction and CPMG Commissioning efforts by assisting with design reviews at multiple stages (Basis of Design, Design Development, Construction Documents).
• Assist in reviewing submittals, shop drawings, sequences of operation, HVAC mechanical systems, controls, and associated building systems.
• Execute testing scripts and pre-functional checklists, and support functional performance field testing for mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Assist in utilizing test and balance (TAB) procedures and tools to evaluate building systems' efficiency and performance.
• Perform field observations, data review, and system documentation to identify operational defects, troubleshoot systems, and verify corrective actions.
• Generate site observation logs, update issue tracking reports, and assist in compiling comprehensive final turnover packages and formal commissioning reports to inform stakeholders.
• Participate in commissioning meetings with multidisciplinary design teams, contractors, and the Capital Programs Management Group (CPMG) during design, construction, turnover, and operational phases.
• Gather and assist in evaluating Energy Information Systems (EIS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS) control data.
• Support LEED Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning requirements by collecting necessary documentation and field data to ensure compliance with building performance standards.

Days and Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $90,000 per year, commensurate experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent military/technical training.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of verified experience in building systems, MEP design, facilities operations, or commissioning support roles. (Note: Alternative education and experience pathways may be considered, such as an unrelated degree with 3+ years of experience, or no degree with 5+ years of verified related experience).
• Familiarity with complex building systems (HVAC, electric and controls).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or actively working towards industry-recognized commissioning certifications (e.g., CxA, BCxP, CBCP).
• Familiarity with LEED commissioning processes (Fundamental and Enhanced Cx).
• Basic knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines, building automation/controls systems (BAS/BMS), and energy codes.
• Exposure to testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) procedures and tools.
• Experience in a university campus, large facility, or related institutional setting.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Trace or IES) or energy modeling software.
• Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed both in an environmentally controlled office setting and in the field, including mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, above-ceiling spaces, rooftops, and active construction sites; work involves exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and limited-clearance spaces.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to inspect, test, and observe building systems and equipment.
• Regular use of ladders, step stools, and lifts to access equipment located above ceilings, on rooftops, or in elevated mechanical spaces.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds (e.g., tools, testing equipment, ladders); occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance.
• Ability to work in tight or con