HVAC Start-Up/Commissioning Technician

Fidelity Mechanical Services • Full-time • United States • 2m ago

JOB SUMMARY
This role is responsible for commissioning and testing newly installed HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with specifications.
This position shall incorporate the Fidelity Mechanical Services’ Vision and Business Strategy by providing “Proactive World Class Service” to the markets served, based on Profitability, Credibility, Employee Base Environment, Customer Service and Quality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Perform start-up and commissioning tasks and support project close-out requirements.
2. Install controls and wiring, duct detectors, align pumps, and evacuate/fill refrigerant systems and other system devices as needed.
3. Start up, observe, and troubleshoot the operation of HVAC equipment and systems.
4. Complete equipment information and start-up documentation in a timely manner.
5. Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Field Supervisors, and Clients.
6. Collaborate with project team members to ensure a high-quality installation and allocate appropriate manpower during start-up and commissioning phases.
7. Oversee installation quality control by consulting with Mechanical Construction installers throughout the project lifecycle.
8. Other job duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAVs, and pumps
2. Understanding of start-up and commissioning procedures for commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
3. Familiarity with electrical wiring, control systems, duct detectors, and refrigerant charging processes.
4. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and mechanical schematics.
5. Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve mechanical and control system issues.
6. Proficiency with tools, testing instruments, and software used in HVAC commissioning.
7. Clear communication skills for interacting with project managers, contractors, and clients.
8. Organizational skills to document work accurately and manage multiple project timelines.
9. Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across trades and disciplines.
10. Commitment to safety and adherence to company and industry safety protocols.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
The employee must be available to work various shifts as scheduled and must work 40 hours each week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing ladders all day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to lift 75 lbs. several times a day.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Valid driver's license
2. HVAC Journeyman's License (preferred)
3. 4 or more years of experience with commercial HVAC startup, maintenance, and equipment repair
4. Computer literate, detail-oriented, and excellent communication skills
5. Knowledge of refrigeration cycle, electrical and control wiring schematics
6. Proficient with self-contained water-cooled HVAC units, data center type cooling equipment, VAVs, cooling towers, pumps, and VRV/VRF cooling systems

About Us:
Fidelity Mechanical Services is the premier provider of HVAC/Mechanical design, installation, and service in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide precision end-to-end Mechanical and Energy Solutions for some of the nation’s leading developers, property managers, mission-critical facilities, and Fortune 500 companies.
For over 75 years, our mission has been to create high-performance buildings by applying the latest in energy efficiency technologies and to deliver Proactive, World-Class Service.