Commissioning Technician I

Coffman Engineers, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffman Engineers’ San Diego Office is seeking a Commissioning Technician I to join a growing team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with building systems commissioning under the guidance of senior staff.

You will assist with field observations, testing, documentation, and workflow coordination, learn to operate commissioning tools, and develop skills in pre-functional inspections while contributing to safe, on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Attentive listener who can understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Possess organizational and clear written/verbal communication skills; computer skills with databases and Microsoft Windows Operating systems (i.e. Word and Excel).
• Willingness to learn building systems, commissioning processes, and related construction-site programs.
• Possess team player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate commissioning and test and balance tools proficiently.
• Assist with field observations and verification of installed building systems and equipment.
• Assist with pre-functional inspections and functional performance testing.
• Review and organize equipment startup, testing, and related field documentation.
• Document observed deficiencies, incomplete work, testing results, and required follow-up actions.
• Communicate field progress, constraints, deficiencies, and testing results to the Commissioning Manager.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, safely, and within established project schedules.
• Follow supervisor instructions and carry out commissioning activities.
• Coordinate professionally and effectively in person with trade subcontractors, controls technicians, and other field personnel.
• Clearly communicate testing requirements, planned activities, observed deficiencies, and required follow-up actions.
• Maintain a professional and respectful approach when working through field issues.
• Read and comprehend technically written material.
• Attend meetings and provide input necessary to coordinate and complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Attentive listener

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 24 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

The right team is more than an advantage; it’s a game changer! Come work with a team of professionals dedicated to excellence at Coffman Engineers’ San Diego Office. We are seeking a Commissiong Technician to join our team.

This is an Entry-level or developing technical position intended to provide hands‑on experience in building systems commissioning. Under the direction of an experienced Commissioning Specialist or Commissioning Manager, the Commissioning Technician I will assist with field observations, equipment verification, documentation review, pre‑functional inspections, functional performance testing, deficiency tracking, and preparation of commissioning documentation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn to operate commissioning and test and balance tools proficiently.
• Assist with field observations and verification of installed building systems and equipment.
• Assist with pre-functional inspections and functional performance testing.
• Review and organize equipment startup, testing, and related field documentation.
• Document observed deficiencies, incomplete work, testing results, and required follow-up actions.
• Communicate field progress, constraints, deficiencies, and testing results to the Commissioning Manager.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, safely, and within established project schedules.
• Listen carefully to verbal and written instructions, follow supervisor instructions, and accurately carry out assigned commissioning activities.
• Ask appropriate questions when instructions, testing procedures, or expected results are unclear.
• Coordinate professionally and effectively in person with trade subcontractors, controls technicians, and other field personnel.
• Clearly communicate testing requirements, planned activities, observed deficiencies, and required follow-up actions.
• Maintain a professional and respectful approach when working through field issues.
• Follow established lines of communication and avoid directing subcontractors beyond the authority assigned by the Commissioning Manager or project team.
• Read and comprehend technically written material.
• Maintain company work gear, cellphones, computers, tools, equipment, supplies and vehicles in good working order.
• Attend meetings and provide input necessary to coordinate and complete assigned tasks.
• Adhere to schedules provided by Supervisor.
• Adapt work habits to accommodate a variety of office and field tasks.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Attentive listener who can understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Possess organizational and clear written/verbal communication skills; computer skills with databases and Microsoft Windows Operating systems (i.e. Word and Excel).
• Willingness to learn building systems, commissioning processes, construction-site practices, construction project-management platforms, commissioning software, and other project-specific programs used to manage documents, observations, issues, and field activities.
• Possess team player attitude.

Qualifications

Expected Hourly rate is $28.00 per hour.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Must maintain a valid passport and be willing and able to travel as project needs require, potentially including:

• overnight and extended travel assignments within and outside home state and internationally, lasting up to two consecutive weeks,
• nights, weekends and holidays, and
• adverse weather conditions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School degree or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Previous experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Familiarity with construction sites, building systems, trade coordination, construction drawings, or field documentation desirable.
• Experience preferences include construction, commissioning, TAB, and direct digital control systems.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical engineering, design and construction processes desirable.
• Experience with construction site work activity conditions and safety protocols desirable.
• Maintaining a valid state driver’s license is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may be required to travel to project sites to observe existing conditions. This may include travel to remote locations via small aircraft or helicopter, climbing stairs and ladders, traversing undeveloped sites (snow, uneven surfaces, unfinished surfaces), wearing personal protection equipment (coveralls, hard hats, etc.). Employees sometimes do this by themselves. While performing the duties of the job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.

• Lifting and Moving: 100 lbs. occasionally, 50 lbs. frequently, and 20 lbs. regularly
• Climbing/Balancing: Frequent work on step ladders, extension ladders, scaffolding and uneven surfaces
• Walking: Extensive walking frequently required throughout a regular or extended workday
• Stooping/Bending/Crawling: Frequent requirement and often necessary on floors or in confined spaces
• Standing/Sitting: Both can range from 0-100% each day
• Reaching: Frequent reaching overhead, horizontally and below feet
• Vision: Corrected vision to 20/20 required or adequate to perform all essential functions; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Driving Vehicles/Air Travel: Frequently required

Additional Information

Why You Want To Work Here

Coffman Engineers is a company that truly focuses on its employees. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth. We offer an excellent salary/benefits package, a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work with a collaborative team. Our offices provide several engineering discipline services, which work together collaboratively to provide complete engineering design packages.

Coffman offers a flexible schedule and this position may be eligible for PTO, a fun office environment with a high‑performing team and a fully stocked kitchen! Join our growing team.

Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

• 900+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 25locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2022
• Top Workplace (Small), The San Diego Union-Tribune, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
• Best Places to Work (Large), San Diego Business Journal, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
• “The List” for Engineering Firms, San Diego Business Journal, 2021,2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Thisposition is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.