TAB Controls Technician - HVAC Balancing & Commissioning

Control Solutions Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Solutions Inc. is seeking a TAB Controls Technician to test, balance, and verify HVAC systems, coordinating with BAS/BMS controls and engineers. You will document readings, support commissioning, and help optimize performance across air and hydronic circuits.

The role requires reading drawings, operating TAB instruments, and traveling to sites. A TAB certification is preferred, and a valid driver's license is needed for site visits. Expect second-shift work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC TAB or commissioning.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and balancing.
• Familiarity with BAS/BMS and control sequences.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.
• TAB certification (AABC, NEBB, or TABB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform TAB of HVAC air and hydronic systems.
• Verify operation of air handling units, VAV boxes, and pumps.
• Coordinate with controls technicians to validate sequences.
• Use controls to adjust setpoints and verify responses.
• Document TAB readings and corrective actions.
• Prepare TAB reports and commissioning documentation.
• Communicate findings to engineers and field teams.
• Maintain calibration and use of TAB instruments.
• Support system optimization and post-occupancy verification.
• Note: a good amount of 2nd shift is required.

Skills

HVAC TAB experience

BAS/BMS familiarity

Reading drawings & schematics

Troubleshooting & diagnostics

Documentation & reporting

Communication skills

Travel to job sites

Driver's license

TAB certification preferred

Tools

TAB instruments (airflow hoods, manometers, gauges)

Airflow hoods

Manometers

Pressure gauges

Temperature probes

Job description

Control Solutions Inc. is seeking a TAB Controls Technician to test, balance, and verify HVAC systems, coordinating with BAS/BMS controls and engineers. You will document readings, support commissioning, and help optimize performance across air and hydronic circuits.

The role requires reading drawings, operating TAB instruments, and traveling to sites. A TAB certification is preferred, and a valid driver's license is needed for site visits. Expect second-shift work in a team environment.