HVAC Commissioning Technician

Regional Mechanical Services LLC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Mechanical Services LLC is seeking an HVAC Commissioning Technician to support startup, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of commercial systems. You will coordinate with project teams, contractors, engineers, and commissioning agents through final turnover, ensuring safety and adherence to design.

A minimum of 5+ years of HVAC experience and strong knowledge of equipment, controls, and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC experience, preferably in commercial or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC equipment, refrigeration, airflow, electrical components, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment submittals, electrical and control diagrams, and sequences of operation.
• Proficiency with standard HVAC diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and independent problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and organizational skills to coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Support equipment startup and perform functional testing on AHUs, RTUs, DOAS, split systems, and related equipment.
• Verify correct installation and readiness for startup, including power, controls, piping, ductwork, filters, belts, and safety devices.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, airflow, and controls issues.
• Measure operating temperatures, pressures, voltage, amperage, airflow, and other conditions.
• Coordinate with BAS specialists to verify sequences of operation, sensors, actuators, safeties, and alarms.
• Collaborate with TAB contractors to resolve airflow and performance issues.
• Assist with manufacturer startups, owner training, and final turnover.

Skills

HVAC systems

Field testing

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Electrical knowledge

Controls knowledge

Job description

Put your HVAC expertise to work ensuring commercial systems are installed correctly, operate safely, and perform as designed. As an HVAC Commissioning Technician, you will support equipment startup, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning while coordinating with project teams, contractors, manufacturers, engineers, and commissioning agents through final turnover.

What You'll Do

• Support equipment startup and perform functional testing on air-handling units (AHUs), rooftop units (RTUs), dedicated outdoor air systems (DOAS), split systems, heat pumps, exhaust fans, pumps, variable air volume (VAV) boxes, and other HVAC equipment.
• Verify that equipment is installed correctly and ready for startup, including electrical power, controls, piping, ductwork, filters, belts, and safety devices.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, airflow, and controls-related issues.
• Measure and verify operating temperatures, pressures, voltage, amperage, airflow, equipment rotation, and other operating conditions.
• Work with controls contractors to verify sequences of operation, sensors, actuators, safeties, alarms, and building automation system (BAS) performance.
• Coordinate with testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) contractors to identify and resolve airflow and system performance issues.
• Perform functional performance testing and support third-party commissioning activities.
• Identify installation deficiencies and coordinate corrective work with field personnel.
• Maintain accurate functional testing reports, commissioning documentation, deficiency lists, and other required records.
• Assist with manufacturer startups, owner training, and final system turnover.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of HVAC experience , preferably in commercial or industrial settings.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC equipment, refrigeration, airflow, electrical components, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment submittals, electrical and control diagrams, and sequences of operation.
• Proficiency with standard HVAC diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify and resolve system issues independently.
• Clear communication and strong organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, manufacturers, engineers, and commissioning agents.