Commissioning Technician

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid personal time (PTO)

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a full-time Commissioning Agent based in Sparks, Nevada. This role involves planning and executing the commissioning process for complex electrical systems in data center projects. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience and strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems.

You will ensure compliance with industry standards and coordinate testing activities while contributing positively to the team environment. An excellent benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning or field engineering.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and best practices.
• Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality.
• Monitor installation of electrical systems and track deficiencies.
• Prepare commissioning status reports and documentation.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Troubleshooting skills

Communication abilities

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

NFPA70E certification

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

ProCore

AutoDesk

Job description

Job Description

The Commissioning Agent is responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and documenting the commissioning process for mission‑critical electrical systems within data center projects. This role ensures that all electrical infrastructure systems are installed, tested, operated, and maintained according to project requirements, design intent, manufacturer requirements, and industry standards.

Major Duties

• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and compliance with approved documents.
• Monitor installation of all electrical systems such as medium voltage, switchgear and switchboards, grounding and bonding systems, and busway systems, UPS systems, PDIs/RPPs, generators, ATS/STS systems, EPMS/BMS interfaces, and battery systems.
• Track and document deficiencies, corrective actions, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate factory witness testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT).
• Identify and work with Safety team on any site issues.
• Develop and execute pre‑functional checklists, functional performance tests.
• Complete integrated systems and failure mode and effects testing.
• Maintain all logs, reports, training completion, and turnover documentation.
• Prepare daily/weekly commissioning status reports and review O&M manuals and as‑built documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, local AHJ requirements, and owner commissioning standards.
• Participate in safety planning and risk assessments for energized testing activities.
• Work with the safety teams to enforce all site safety requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work in active construction and energized environments.
• Ability to work hours required during critical testing activities.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for learning, goal‑oriented mindset for continual growth, with a "Can-Do" positive attitude.
• Actively contributes to a positive team environment.
• Demonstrates dependability with regular attendance and compliance to scheduled work hours.
• Other duties or locations as assigned by Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning, startup, or field engineering.
• Experience with mission‑critical or data center environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one‑lines, and control schematics.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and industry best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and commissioning documentation software.
• Working knowledge of ProCore and AutoDesk.
• Electrical experience preferred.
• Must have an NFPA70E certification.
• OSHA 10 certification issued within the past 5 years.

As a full‑time Commissioning Agent, you would also be eligible for an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, a 401(k) plan, and paid personal time (PTO).

Work Schedule

This is a full‑time position with a typical working schedule of Mon – Fri 5:00 am – 5:30 pm.