Traveling HVAC Commissioning Technician

Confidential Employer; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay up to $40/hr

Overtime opportunities

Weekly earnings ~$2,500

Annual earnings $115k–$130k

Vehicle & tools provided

Travel covered

Training opportunities

Large-scale HVAC projects

Job summary

Confidential Employer is seeking a Traveling HVAC Commissioning Technician to perform startup, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of commercial HVAC systems on new construction and retrofit projects. The role centers on RTUs and occasional split systems, with travel to multiple sites.

Technicians work about 55 hours per week, with overtime and earnings potential around $2,500 per week and annual earnings up to $130K+.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial HVAC experience or equivalent commissioning/service work.
• Experience with commercial rooftop units (RTUs) and split systems.
• EPA Certification preferred; valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel for project assignments; strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup and commissioning of RTUs, split systems, gas/electric, and heat pump systems.
• Verify installation, wiring, airflow, and refrigerant charge per design.
• Conduct functional testing and troubleshoot electrical, refrigeration, and airflow issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical contractors, and controls teams.
• Complete commissioning reports and document system performance.

Skills

HVAC commissioning

RTU experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Travel readiness

Job description

Traveling HVAC Commissioning Technician

Position Overview

We are seeking aTraveling HVAC Commissioning Technicianto performstartup, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of commercial HVAC systemson new construction and retrofit projects.

This role focuses primarily oncommercial rooftop packaged systems (RTUs)and occasionallysplit systems, ensuring equipment is installed correctly, operates according to manufacturer specifications, and performs efficiently before final turnover to the customer.

Technicians typically workapproximately 55 hours per week, providing strong earning potential through consistent overtime opportunities.

You will collaborate closely withproject managers, mechanical contractors, and controls teamsto verify system operation and resolve startup or performance issues.

The company providesa service vehicle, tools, and manufacturer training opportunitiesto help technicians expand their expertise with commercial HVAC equipment.

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Commissioning & Startup

• Perform startup and commissioning ofcommercial rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, gas/electric systems, and heat pump systems
• Verify properinstallation, wiring, airflow, and refrigerant charge
• Ensure equipment operates according tomanufacturer specifications and design requirements

System Testing & Troubleshooting

• Conductfunctional performance testingof HVAC systems
• Measureairflow, temperature differentials, static pressure, and electrical performance
• Diagnose and resolveelectrical, refrigeration, and airflow-related issuesduring startup

Controls & System Verification

• Confirm operation ofeconomizers, dampers, sensors, and system controls
• Work withcontrols technicians and BAS teamsto verify proper system integration

Documentation

• Completecommissioning reports, startup documentation, and system checklists
• Record system performance data and testing results
• Communicate installation issues or deficiencies to project teams

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial HVAC experience
• OR
• Experience performing HVAC commissioning or commercial service work

Additional requirements:

• Experience working withcommercial rooftop units (RTUs)
• Ability totroubleshoot electrical, refrigeration, and airflow issues
• Ability toread mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• EPA Certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel for project assignments

What’s Offered

• Up to $40/hour base pay
• Consistent overtime (approximately 55 hours per week)
• Typical weekly earnings around $2,500
• Annual earnings potential of $115K–$130K+
• Company-provided vehicle and tools
• Company-paid travel and hotel accommodations
• Manufacturer training opportunities
• Exposure tolarge-scale commercial HVAC installations

If you are an HVAC technician who enjoystravel, project-based work, and solving complex system challenges, this opportunity offersexcellent earning potential and strong technical growth.