Start Up Tech I-1

TDIndustries, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

TDIndustries, Inc. is seeking a Start-Up Technician I to perform start-up procedures and checks on newly installed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. You will ensure systems operate per specifications and complete all required documentation for supervisors or managers.

The role involves regular interaction with clients, internal teams, and vendors. You will work under general supervision, following established procedures with some discretion to adjust in the field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• EPA Certification is mandatory and must be kept current.
• 2–5 years of experience in related field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Self-managed with the ability to prioritize tasks and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct start-up and functionality checks on newly installed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical components, equipment, and systems.
• Disassemble and reassemble basic HVAC equipment for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate in disassembling and reassembling mechanical equipment for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose system performance through observation, testing, and setup per plans and specs.
• Ensure equipment is level and aligned and maintain progress reports.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and trailer and maintain vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Purchases materials and issues purchase orders to suppliers.

Skills

Blueprints

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Self-management

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Start-Up Technician I is responsible for performing start-up procedures and functionality checks on newly installed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems and equipment. This role ensures systems are operating correctly and in accordance with project specifications. The technician completes all required documentation and submits it to the appropriate supervisor or manager. The position involves regular interaction with clients, internal teams, and vendors. Working under general supervision, the Start-Up Technician I follows established procedures, with some discretion to adjust based on technical conditions in the field.

Essential Duties

• Conducts start-up and functionality checks on newly installed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical components, equipment, and systems. Proficient in disassembling and reassembling basic HVAC equipment for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborates in disassembling and reassembling large or small mechanical equipment for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance purposes.
• Diagnoses HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and/or electrical system performance through observation, testing, and setup as required per plans and specifications.
• Ensures newly installed equipment is level and aligned.
• Maintains continuous status report on work completed.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and trailer as evidenced by past driving performance record and to adhere to all company safety requirements. Maintains vehicle, equipment and tools.
• Purchases materials and issues purchase order numbers to suppliers.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required. Preference given to candidates with vocational training, apprenticeships, or equivalent experience in the field. Craft training is highly valued.
• EPA Certification is mandatory. Candidates must also maintain necessary registrations, professional licenses, and certifications relevant to the position
• 2-5 years of experience
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Strong interpersonal and people skills with good written and oral communications capability
• Performs as a self-managed individual
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures.

Grow Your Career with TDIndustries

Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee‑owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full‑lifecycle building solutions—from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.

Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee‑owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.

Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.

At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built — and shared — by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity — never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.