Data Center Commissioning Technician — Electrical & Mechanical

SilverBack; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Per Diem

Lodging support

Job summary

SilverBack is seeking experienced Electrical and Mechanical Commissioning Technicians for a high-priority hyperscale data center project in Frederick, MD. The role involves on-site testing, pre-commissioning, and verification across critical mechanical/electrical infrastructure, working with client commissioning leads to drive tests from Level 1 to Level 5.

You will review submittals, produce narratives, and track punch lists using CxAlloy, while collaborating with site supervisors.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commissioning Technician on large-scale data center or mission-critical projects.
• Hands-on mechanical or electrical background (HVAC, Chillers, Piping or Power, Switchgear, UPS).
• Familiarity with logging field notes and checklists in CxAlloy or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning tests (FAT, SAT, FPT, IST) for data center infrastructure.
• Develop and run testing scripts and perform operational checks on Switchgear, UPS, Generators, PDUs, ATS, and EPMS.
• Verify Chillers, CRAHs/AHUs, Pumps, Piping, BAS/BMS controls, and HVAC systems against design specs.
• Review engineering submittals, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and vendor scripts for installation accuracy.
• Log, track, and resolve field deficiency items and pre-commissioning punch lists using CxAlloy or similar tool.
• Identify blockers in chaotic field environments, adapt workflows, and maintain productivity on night shifts.

Skills

Drawings reading

Problem solving

Self-starter

Night shift readiness

CxAlloy familiarity

Tools

CxAlloy

Job description

SilverBack is seeking experienced Electrical and Mechanical Commissioning Technicians for a high-priority hyperscale data center project in Frederick, MD. The role involves on-site testing, pre-commissioning, and verification across critical mechanical/electrical infrastructure, working with client commissioning leads to drive tests from Level 1 to Level 5.

You will review submittals, produce narratives, and track punch lists using CxAlloy, while collaborating with site supervisors.