Refrigeration Field Engineer & Commissioning Specialist

City Facilities Management (US) LLC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

City Building Engineering Services (CBES) seeks a Field Engineer / Commissioning Agent to support start-up and commissioning of refrigeration, HVAC, and EMS systems on supermarket projects. You will verify performance, document results, and assist with final client acceptance.

Reporting to the Manager of Field Engineering, you will work with engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure installations meet project requirements and operate reliably in the field.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Customer‑focused mindset with a professional field presence.
• Ability to work independently while following established processes and direction.
• Comfortable working in machine rooms and field environments that may be loud, dusty, confined, or difficult to access.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits during construction and remodel phases to inspect installation progress and verify adherence to project scope, design documents, and programming standards.
• Execute on-site commissioning activities, including point-to-point testing and functional verification of EMS-controlled equipment.
• Commission HVACR equipment that is newly installed or relocated as part of construction or remodel projects.
• Provide start‑up and commissioning support for refrigeration rack systems in coordination with contractors and manufacturers.
• Evaluate and document existing RHVAC and EMS systems for integration into capital projects.
• Prepare interim commissioning reports and final commissioning documentation, identifying exceptions, deficiencies, and out‑of‑spec conditions.
• Support resolution tracking in collaboration with the Construction Project Manager and engineering teams.
• Verify proper operation, communication, and programming of EMS and RHVAC control systems.
• Implement minor control wiring modifications and programming adjustments as required to support inspections and commissioning activities.
• Support EMS programming updates as directed by engineering or field leadership.
• Act as a technical resource for Level 2 refrigeration and EMS‑related issues as assigned.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of system issues both remotely and on‑site.
• Perform minor repairs and system adjustments on HVACR and control components as needed.
• Collaborate closely with Construction Project Managers, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors to support timely issue resolution.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, and outstanding items clearly and professionally to project stakeholders.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Independent worker

Field environment

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

City Building Engineering Services (CBES) seeks a Field Engineer / Commissioning Agent to support start-up and commissioning of refrigeration, HVAC, and EMS systems on supermarket projects. You will verify performance, document results, and assist with final client acceptance.

Reporting to the Manager of Field Engineering, you will work with engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure installations meet project requirements and operate reliably in the field.