Commissioning Technician

We're hiring a Commissioning Technician to join our team in Boise, Idaho. This is a full-time, on-site role with travel running around 50% of the time, primarily to project sites across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education sectors.

About the role

You’ll support commissioning efforts by translating contract documents and approved submittals into commissioning plans, checkout forms, and functional test forms. On-site, you’ll verify installations against design intent, perform functional performance testing, and ensure issues are resolved before final sign-off. Over time, you’ll take on more responsibility, eventually running your own projects with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Review contract documents and approved submittals to build commissioning plans, system checkout forms, and functional test forms for each project
• Conduct site visits to assess installation progress, verify equipment against design intent, and record issues in the Issues Log
• Execute functional performance testing on HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems using measurement tools and data loggers
• Document test results and field observations in clear reports for the commissioning team and building owner
• Perform test and balance back checks through additional site visits and confirm resolution before final sign-off
• Compile final commissioning reports summarizing testing outcomes and any outstanding items for the owner
• Support owner training sessions with technical insight into system operation and commissioning findings
• Interpret construction documents, equipment specs, and process drawings to confirm equipment meets applicable codes

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience commissioning commercial HVAC systems, or 8+ years of commercial HVAC or refrigeration field or start-up experience (installation, troubleshooting, or performance testing)
• A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering may substitute for up to 2 years of experience
• Basic understanding of HVAC and refrigeration system components, including RTUs, chillers, boilers, VAV systems, and controls
• Comfortable working onsite with overnight travel up to 50% of the time (multi-day site work is common)
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
• Strong technical writing and client communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with Bluebeam or similar PDF markup tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience commissioning commercial HVAC or refrigeration systems, including functional performance testing, start-up, or controls verification
• Experience with building automation controls and sequences (BACnet, Modbus), including point-to-point verification and trend log analysis

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $62,000 to $75,000 annually, with eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, licensure, location, and proficiency.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. View our Employee Benefits Guide for details.

About Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and over 500 team members. We bring together expertise to deliver holistic built environments, focusing on sustainable systems and spaces that enhance people’s lives. Our culture empowers creative designers and supports a cohesive team, placing people at the center of our practice.