Hiring Our Heroes 25-2: Commissioning Specialist

McKinstry Company; Washington, Seattle (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Commissioning Specialist Fellow to join their Technical Services team. This role involves confirming system operations, supporting project documentation, and ensuring systems meet performance standards. The company is dedicated to addressing climate challenges through renewable energy and efficient building practices. With a focus on collaboration and problem-solving, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact our planet positively. If you are passionate about sustainability and engineering, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Community Service Time

Learning Opportunities

Onsite Gyms or Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Confirm system operating conditions per project requirements.
• Record accurate data and write reports.
• Assist in verifying system installation and performance.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Understanding

Electrical Systems Understanding

Control Systems Understanding

Construction Document Reading

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Formal HVAC Training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

Hiring Our Heroes Cohort 25-2: Commissioning Specialist Fellowship

Note: If you are not an active duty service member participating in the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program, you are not eligible for this opportunity. If you're not a military fellow but want to work with us, check out our other job opportunities on our careers website!

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry:

We are currently seeking a Commissioning Specialist Fellowto join our Technical Services team located in Seattle, WA.

Systems Analysis

• Confirms system(s) operating conditions per the owner's project requirements and basis of design.
• Understands, maintains, tracks, and operates test equipment with due responsibility.

Project Support

• Record accurate, complete and legible data onto appropriate media.
• Recognize when field reports or observation logs are needed.
• Write, deliver and follow up with accurately written reports and/or observation logs.
• Work with commissioning manager to schedule required equipment calibrations.
• Assist the commissioning engineer in establishing project-specific commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Coordinate and perform assigned work by prioritizing tasks and responsibilities sensitive to project schedules, budget, and McKinstry's expectations.
• Communicate observations, questions, and concerns through proper channels in a timely manner.

Systems Verification

• Assist the Commissioning Engineer in verifying system installation and functional performance are per McKinstry standards and contract documents.
• Document installation verification, functional performance, and observation log in standard format.
• Review as-built documentation for accuracy and completeness.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

• Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Ability to read and understand construction documents (mechanical drawings, specifications, etc.)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Mechanical Engineering degree preferred
• Formal HVAC training/education preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $33.32 - $52.60 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid on an hourly basis. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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