Commissioning Technician: Build Systems Verification & Turnover

Pogue Construction; Canton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pogue Construction is seeking a Commissioning Technician to support testing, startup, verification, and turnover of building systems during final construction phases. You will work with project teams, subcontractors, design consultants, and owners to ensure mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and BAS systems meet design intent before occupancy.

Responsibilities include inspections, witnessing tests, developing commissioning plans, and generating detailed reports.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school training in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Building Systems, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in commercial construction, building systems, commissioning, facility operations, MEP trades, or related fields.
• Experience working with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, or building automation systems preferred.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, testing, balancing, or troubleshooting activities is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the commissioning and turnover of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC controls, and life safety systems.
• Verify systems are installed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, manufacturer requirements, and applicable codes.
• Participate in startup, functional performance testing, and operational verification of building systems.
• Witness and document equipment startup activities conducted by vendors and subcontractors.
• Perform field inspections to identify deficiencies, installation issues, and operational concerns.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, engineers, and owners.
• Schedule and track testing activities to support project milestones and turnover dates.
• Assist in the development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists.
• Track and monitor resolution of commissioning issues and deficiencies.
• Support the preparation and execution of integrated systems testing.
• Generate detailed reports documenting testing activities, deficiencies, corrective actions, and system performance results.
• Maintain commissioning logs, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
• Verify completion of testing, balancing, controls integration, and equipment startup documentation.
• Review operation and maintenance manuals for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure project closeout documentation is completed and organized prior to turnover.
• Assist in testing Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management systems, and integrated controls.
• Verify communication between interconnected systems including HVAC, fire alarm, security, lighting controls, and emergency power systems.
• Support troubleshooting activities involving controls sequences and system integration.
• Participate in owner training sessions and equipment demonstrations.
• Assist with occupancy readiness reviews and final turnover processes.
• Confirm operators receive appropriate manuals, training materials, and warranty information.

Skills

Commissioning Experience

Communication & Coordination

Documentation & Reporting

Safety Compliance

Facilities Operations

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Revit

MS Project

Job description

Pogue Construction is seeking a Commissioning Technician to support testing, startup, verification, and turnover of building systems during final construction phases. You will work with project teams, subcontractors, design consultants, and owners to ensure mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and BAS systems meet design intent before occupancy.

Responsibilities include inspections, witnessing tests, developing commissioning plans, and generating detailed reports.