Field HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician

SPC Mechanical Corporation; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SPC Mechanical Corporation in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Commissioning Lead to drive startup, sequencing, and turnover of projects, and to train customer personnel.

You will document startup activities, coordinate with field crews, and support warranty responses, while advancing QA/QC with Autodesk Build. Travel regionally and maintain broad understanding of HVAC, plumbing, controls, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Two years of mechanical service, equipment startup, or commissioning experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel.
• Strong understanding of total HVAC and Plumbing installation and operation, equipment capabilities, and controls systems architecture and sequences.
• Understand system start-up, test and balancing, commissioning, and diagnosis.
• Understand Electrical Systems and be able to troubleshoot line-side work and troubleshoot/resolve low-voltage (24V) issues.
• EPA certification recommended; will be required to acquire within 1 year.
• Ability to read and interpret documents; write routine reports.
• Brazing with Nitrogen Purge; Assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• Activation of equipment and ability to find startup requirements in the Installation Manual.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew to complete startup and commissioning per process.
• Complete startup documentation and forms.
• Document all job occurrences and keep a daily record.
• Assist in piping system flushing and activation of equipment.
• Coordinate with commissioning agents and support Owner Training.

Skills

Mechanical service

Equipment startup

Commissioning

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC/Plumbing systems

Travel willingness

Tools

Autodesk Build

Job description

Job Summary:

To implement the processes by which projects are started up, sequenced, commissioned, turned over, and warrantied. To train customer facilities personnel in the proper operation and maintenance of installed systems and equipment and provide response and support for warranty requests.

Responsibilities:

LEADERSHIP

• Ability to lead crew in the direction most productive for the timely completion of the job while following the project commissioning process.
• Motivate the crew to the highest level.

DOCUMENTATION

• Completes startup forms for equipment as required.
• Works with factory startup technicians and obtains forms as required.
• Keeps file in a concise, orderly manner.
• Documents all job-related occurrences.
• Keeps a daily record.
• Uses Autodesk Build for QC/QA processes.

Qualifications:

• Two years of mechanical service, equipment startup, or Commissioning experience.
• Current driver’s license.
• Must be able to travel throughout regional projects
• Maintain a high level of understanding of total HVAC and Plumbing installation and operation, equipment capabilities, and controls systems architecture and sequences.
• Understand system start-up, test and balancing, commissioning, and diagnosis.
• Understand Electrical Systems and be able to troubleshoot line-side work and troubleshoot/resolve low-voltage (24V) issues.
• Must have a high level of skill in troubleshooting of multiple trades and types of systems, such as:
• Electrical circuits and systems
• Control components and systems
• Mechanical equipment such as Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Handling Units, and Fans
• Plumbing equipment such as air compressors, vacuum pumps, and sump pumps
• Mechanical Hydronic systems and components
• Plumbing Hydronic systems and components
• Air flow dynamics and components
• Have overall ability to diagnose and report problem situations accurately.
• Understand and stay current with industry trends and standards.
• Universal EPA certification recommended; will be required to acquire within 1 year.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Brazing with Nitrogen Purge.
• Assembly and disassembly of various pieces of equipment.
• Activation of equipment and ability to find startup requirements in the Installation Manual.

Essential Functions: Include the following, but not limited to

STARTUP

• Assist in piping system flushing and complete documentation for the flushing activities.
• Activate and document the starting conditions of the equipment.
• Adjust equipment settings such that it will operate according to design drawings and specifications.
• Verify that equipment is ready to be started by the vendor.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment or system operation and provide solutions.

COMMISSIONING

• Assist in pre-testing of controls and DDC point-to-point and logic sequencing.
• Complete required Commissioning documentation.
• Assist in the communication of Commissioning issues to SPC’s team.
• Assist commissioning Agents while they are on-site with any needs or questions they may have.
• Execute and assist with the coordination of Owner Training.

QA/QC

• Participates in Autodesk Build QA/QC punch list.
• Assigns punch list items to the appropriate field superintendent.
• Closes out completed punch list items.

QUALITY OF WORK

• Demands the highest quality installation possible within the boundaries of the budget and schedule.
• Can personally show the crew members the quality expected of SPC Mechanical.

PLANNING

• Works with PM to plan, schedule, and coordinate all start-up and commissioning processes of assigned projects.
• Works with other trades on the critical path.
• Proficient in the use of special tools or equipment such as flow meters, flow hoods, temp cooling, etc.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Displays a courteous and professional manner to customers and their representatives.
• Understands the value of each customer to SPC Mechanical regardless of the size or scope of the job.
• Ensures that the start-up crew is professionally conducting themselves.

DOCUMENTATION

• Keeps files in a concise, orderly manner.
• Completes startup documentation to be included in turnover packages.
• Documents all job-related occurrences.
• Keeps a daily record.

TRADE STANDARDS

• Is knowledgeable of trade standards in general as well as SPC Mechanical standards in particular.
• Displays the ability to find solutions to problems.
• When required to do so, provides technical assistance for the best application for a particular installation.

MATERIAL AND EXPENSE CONTROL

• Procure material as needed to complete tasks within contract scope, such as:
• Special wiring as needed
• Refrigerant for Dx Startup
• Glycol as required
• Miscellaneous parts for repairs

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; outside weather conditions, including wet, humid, cold, or hot environments; and vibration.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly uses hands and arms for tasks requiring handling, reaching, and coordination, and engages in a combination of standing, walking, sitting, and occasional postural movements such as bending, kneeling, crouching, or balancing. The position involves verbal communication and the ability to hear.

The employee may frequently lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally lift or move heavier items up to 100 pounds, with the ability to carry items for extended periods of time as needed.