Data Center Mechanical Commissioning Technician (Travel)

decimainternational; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Decima International is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Technician to join our on-site teams across the United States. You will inspect mechanical equipment, perform pre-functional checks, and support start-up and testing of systems in data centers.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical commissioning, 2–3 years in data centers, ability to read P&IDs, and willingness to travel up to 75%. You will document results, follow safety protocols, and work in active construction and data center

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commissioning experience on mechanical systems.
• 2–3 years on data center projects.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&IDs.
• Experience with test instruments (flow meters, pressure gauges, thermal imagers, data loggers).
• Clear written and verbal communication; maintain field documentation.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training, or the ability to obtain it.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States; pass background check and drug screen.
• Ability to travel 50–75%, lift 50 lbs, and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Inspect delivered and installed mechanical equipment against approved drawings and submittals.
• Perform and witness pre-functional and static checks, including equipment alignment, rotation, valve positions, piping flushing, pressure testing, and sensor verification.
• Support equipment start-up and Level 4 functional performance testing, recording readings and results.
• Support Integrated Systems Testing, including failure scenarios, load testing, and shift coverage.
• Document deficiencies with photographs and clear descriptions and track corrective actions through closure with contractors.
• Complete checklists, test scripts, and daily reports in the commissioning platform.
• Follow site safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and applicable permit requirements.
• Maintain independent reporting in accordance with policy.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Data center projects

P&IDs reading

Test instruments

Field documentation

OSHA trained

Driver's license

Travel 50-75%

Job description

Decima International is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Technician to join our on-site teams across the United States. You will inspect mechanical equipment, perform pre-functional checks, and support start-up and testing of systems in data centers.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical commissioning, 2–3 years in data centers, ability to read P&IDs, and willingness to travel up to 75%. You will document results, follow safety protocols, and work in active construction and data center