Commissioning Senior Technician

About the role

This position is responsible for executing and supporting commissioning activities with a focus on safety, system accuracy, and field coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and enforcement of the site safety startup plan, including coordination of LOTO activities with the site LOTO owner
• Facilitate daily Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and crew safety briefings
• Identify, assess, and communicate risks related to startup procedures, new personnel, and first-time energized equipment
• Exercise and promote the Stop Work Authority to ensure a safe work environment
• Maintain full visibility of RFI status, timelines, and priorities for assigned projects
• Generate and submit RFIs in response to field conditions and design discrepancies
• Perform independent system walkdowns, including one-lines, flow diagrams, and schematics
• Verify equipment tagging accuracy throughout walkdowns
• Identify documentation gaps across trades and multi-vendor packages
• Prepare redline markups for review and approval by the Commissioning Manager
• Develop a functional understanding of plant systems and operations through FAT involvement
• Contribute to discussions on system design and plant functionality
• Validate alignment between plant design, flow diagrams, and SCADA/HMI interfaces
• Execute work in alignment with the commissioning plan, including all milestones and responsible parties
• Monitor subcontractor progress and compile turnover documentation for each scope of work
• Identify, document, and assign punch list items
• Conduct field oversight to verify subcontractor work quality and scope compliance
• Review subcontractor daily reports for accuracy and escalate discrepancies as needed
• Prepare and submit detailed daily reports to the Commissioning Manager, including site conditions, work activities, completion status, and photo documentation
• Utilize Procore and Timestamp Photos for consistent and accurate data collection
• Support development of site-specific commissioning procedures using established templates
• Review and validate procedures to ensure alignment with plant design and equipment requirements

Qualifications

• Electrical journeyman, technical degree, or equivalent field experience
• OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certifications required
• Valid driver’s license required
• NETA ATS/ETT or equivalent testing experience preferred
• Technical Experience: Power systems commissioning (relays, reclosers, switching procedures), Ability to read and interpret one-lines, PLC drawings, and control narratives, SCADA systems and basic networking knowledge, Experience with generation systems, DC systems, and VFD/soft start equipment, Familiarity with solar PV systems is a plus
• Tools/Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Experience with Procore and scheduling tools preferred
• Certifications & Specialized Training: SEL or other manufacturer-specific certifications preferred

Competencies

• Strong safety mindset and assertiveness
• Clear and precise communication
• High attention to detail
• Ownership and accountability
• Effective coordination and teamwork
• Proactive problem-solving
• Composure in high-pressure environments