Systems Commissioning Technician: Turnover & Startup Pro

Pogue Construction; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pogue Construction in Texas seeks a Commissioning Technician to support testing, startup, and turnover of building systems through final construction phases. You’ll verify HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and life safety systems meet design intent and codes, coordinate with project teams, and document performance for owner occupancy.

Join a team focused on quality, closeout readiness, and seamless facility handover, with emphasis on inspections, reporting, and actionable corrective actions

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school training in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Building Systems, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in commercial construction, building systems, commissioning, facility operations, MEP trades, or related fields.
• Experience working with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, or building automation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the commissioning and turnover of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC controls, and life safety systems.
• Verify systems are installed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, manufacturer requirements, and applicable codes.
• Participate in startup, functional performance testing, and operational verification of building systems.
• Witness and document equipment startup activities conducted by vendors and subcontractors.
• Perform field inspections to identify deficiencies, installation issues, and operational concerns.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, engineers, and owners.
• Schedule and track testing activities to support project milestones and turnover dates.
• Assist in the development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists.
• Track and monitor resolution of commissioning issues and deficiencies.
• Support the preparation and execution of integrated systems testing.
• Generate detailed reports documenting testing activities, deficiencies, corrective actions, and system performance results.
• Maintain commissioning logs, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
• Verify completion of testing, balancing, controls integration, and equipment startup documentation.
• Review operation and maintenance manuals for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure project closeout documentation is completed and organized prior to turnover.
• Assist in testing Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management systems, and integrated controls.
• Verify communication between interconnected systems including HVAC, fire alarm, security, lighting controls, and emergency power systems.
• Support troubleshooting activities involving controls sequences and system integration.
• Participate in owner training sessions and equipment demonstrations.
• Assist with occupancy readiness reviews and final turnover processes.
• Confirm operators receive appropriate manuals, training materials, and warranty information.
• Support post-turnover follow-up activities and warranty-related investigations.
• Ensure testing activities comply with applicable building codes, regulatory standards, and project specifications.

Skills

Commissioning

Coordination

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

CCP coursework or related commissioning certifications

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Revit

MS Project

Job description

Pogue Construction in Texas seeks a Commissioning Technician to support testing, startup, and turnover of building systems through final construction phases. You’ll verify HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and life safety systems meet design intent and codes, coordinate with project teams, and document performance for owner occupancy.

Join a team focused on quality, closeout readiness, and seamless facility handover, with emphasis on inspections, reporting, and actionable corrective actions