MEP Energy Marshal

ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc.

Sparks (NV)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 260,000

Full time

12 hours ago

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Job summary

ACCO Engineered Systems in Sparks, NV seeks an experienced Energy Marshal Inspector to guide and approve energization, testing, and cleaning of hydronic and piping systems across projects. You will review MOPs, perform final approvals, and ensure safety standards are met to prevent hazards.

Responsibilities include site inspections, documentation audits, and leading the Energy Marshal team while maintaining client expectations and company quality standards.

Qualifications

Broad knowledge of mechanical piping, hydronic systems and safety standards.
Advanced software proficiency for CRM/PM and project docs.
Ability to read and interpret project plans and specifications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in startup/commissioning activities and quality control.
Ability to lead, mentor and oversee field teams.

Responsibilities

Lead Energy Marshal activities and approve testing, filling, flushing and energization.
Develop site MOPs and review equipment energization plans.
Conduct regular site walks and document deficiencies to leadership.
Audit pre-test checklists, torque logs and QC signoffs for 100% completion.
Stop work authority when quality or safety is compromised.
Collaborate with regional and site management to ensure client expectations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12+ years mechanical industry experience

Tools

ProCore

Bluebeam

PlanGrid

Revit

MSuite

Trimble

Job description

Job Summary:
In collaboration with the assigned project(s) construction operations and sales leadership teams and under the direction of the Energy Marshal Manager, this role is primarily responsible for the guidance, oversight and ultimately final approvals for energizing equipment and all liquid/air testing and cleaning activities including but not limited to; filling, flushing, testing and draining. This roles oversight extends to all hydronics systems, specialty exhaust and grease duct systems and includes any associated third-party activities. The Energy Marshal inspector is an invaluable extension of the company’s safety efforts whose primary objective is mitigating potential hazards related to pressurization and energization activities. The overarching goal of the Energy Marshal team is to eliminate risks to personnel and property, ensure successful testing outcomes, and verify that all ACCO workmanship strictly complies with company quality standards, approved drawings and the client’s expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead, oversee and approve all Energy Marshal activities to ensure quality standards and safety protocols are met in an effort to achieve zero defects or incidents

Operations

Perform project specifications reviews to identify quality risks and make strategic recommendations to site management.
Assist in the development of testing and flushing plans including mitigation measures for high-risk activities.
As an SME assist in developing site-specific Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and other related documents for all fluid and air operations, including system filling, draining, flushing and pressure testing.
Provide final review and written approval of MOP’s prior to the field operations team starting any filling, draining, testing or flushing activities.
As an SME assist in development of MOPs for equipment energization including transfer of power and Lock-out Tag-out procedures.
Provide final review and written approval of equipment energization MOPs prior to start-up.
Conduct regular job walks for upcoming Energy Marshal activities reviewing related documentation and inspecting installations. Communicate any deficiencies to the site leadership.
Prior to final system inspection, audit critical project documentation—including pre-test checklists, torque logs, PTPs, SOPs/MOPs and QC signoffs ensuring 100% completion and proper storage in the projects Box folder.
Perform a final thorough inspection of each Energy Marshal activity confirming and documenting the identified section/area in question is properly prepared, completed and approved to execute the activity.
Conduct random project walks monitoring field installations to ensure compliance with ACCO's quality standards, project documents and client expectations.
Identify issues and participate in investigations and solutions. Prepare and distribute any internal deficiency reports as needed.
Exercise the explicit responsibility and authority to stop any work when quality is about to be, or is being, compromised.

Strategic Planning & Risk Mitigation

Ensure testing processes mitigation measures minimize risks to field personnel and property while ensuring successful testing outcomes.
Participate in quality investigations to analyze root causes and develop recommendations for corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
Actively participate in health, safety, quality, and environmental processes, including daily safety meetings, to support a goal of ZERO injuries or incidents.
Develop the abilities of subordinates through targeted goal setting, training, and coaching.
Serve as the primary technical resource for project personnel regarding industry knowledge, code compliancy, quality and ACCO policies.
Participate in regular project reviews with project staff, senior management, and the client.
Promote ACCO in a positive manner, developing a partnering relationship with the client to reduce costs while improving safety and reliability.
Collaborate with ACCO’s regional and site-specific management teams within the assigned area.
Highly motivated individual willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
Possess deep technical proficiency in process and mechanical piping, plumbing, and high-purity materials, with rigorous adherence to contamination control protocols
Highly skilled in reading and interpreting project plans, specifications, equipment submittals and other documents related to mechanical piping, plumbing, air systems, electrical, controls and operational sequencing.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose complicated hydronic systems.
Advanced computer proficiency utilizing MS Word, Excel, G Suite (Google Workspace), and various specialized industry software.
Must be able to read and understand safety instructions, signs, labels, and permits in English.
Must have or be willing to receive CPR and First Aid Training and Certification and pass applicable site-specific training.

Education and Experience:

Required:

Minimum of 12+ years of experience in the Mechanical Industry or a related field with 5+ years in system operations and commissioning.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Advanced software experience with industry-specific CRM/PM, collaboration, design, spooling, or fabrication platforms (e.g., ProCore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Revit, MSuite, Trimble).
Has experience in the role of Start-up Technician performing startup activities in new construction.
Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for their actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Job Responsibility Level:

People manager with direct reports

Supervises:

Energy Marshal Team Members

Travel Requirements:

Travel required 0% – 25% of the time to and from the primary site location to other project sites and regional branch offices.

Hours:

This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Work outside of regular hours may occasionally be necessary to meet business needs.

Physical Demands:

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.
Prolonged sitting.
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

Occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch.

Pay Ranges:

$140,000 (min), $200,000 (mid), $260,000 (max)

Compensation and Offerings:

We offer a highly competitive compensation package. For this role, the total rewards may potentially include:

Relocation Packages: Available to qualified candidates who require relocation to the project location.
Per Diem/Subsistence: A competitive per diem allowance is provided for project-based roles to support housing and travel.
Performance Bonuses: Opportunities for annual or project-based performance incentive bonuses.

About Us

Why join ACCO? ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant…ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs.
Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
What's great about working at ACCO is that we’re a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we’re a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.

ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.

We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.|Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

ACCOwill consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.

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