TAB Technician – Testing, Adjusting, Balancing

Jobtailor; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a TAB HVAC Technician in the Virginia area to test, adjust, and balance air and hydronic systems per design specs. You will inspect installations, read drawings, and verify performance against plans.

Responsibilities include documenting all TAB activities using project reporting procedures and ensuring quality workmanship. High school diploma required; NEBB/AABC certification preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NEBB or AABC certification preferred but not required.
• Strong math skills related to air and water balancing.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, technical documents, and SOWs.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Test, adjust, and balance (TAB) air and water HVAC systems to meet design specifications.
• Inspect systems to verify compliance with project plans and identify performance issues.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, control schematics, and equipment data.
• Accurately document all testing, adjusting, and balancing activities using project-specific reporting procedures.

Skills

Math skills

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Test, adjust, and balance (TAB) air and water (hydronic) HVAC systems to meet design specifications.
• Inspect systems to verify compliance with project plans and identify performance issues.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, control schematics, and equipment data.
• Accurately document all testing, adjusting, and balancing activities using project-specific reporting procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NEBB or AABC certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong math skills, including calculations related to air and water (hydronic) balancing.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, technical documents, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.