HVAC Commissioning Technician

JCM Associates, Inc. is hiring HVAC Start-up/Commissioning Technicians for full-time, year-round positions in commercial mechanical construction projects in the Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia area.

About Us

JCM Associates Inc. is a leading provider of commercial HVAC and plumbing services throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. We partner with premier owners, developers, contractors, vendors, and manufacturers in the industry. Our work primarily focuses on commercial mixed-use, medical, university, and government projects, including The Wharf Phases 1 & 2 in Washington DC, The Baltimore Arena, University of Maryland New Residences, The Anthem, and Catholic University.

At JCM, we prioritize employee growth, company culture, and team success. We offer constant development, ongoing training, and clear career advancement opportunities. Our main office and fabrication facilities are located in Upper Marlboro, MD, just 20 minutes from DC. We provide wellness programs, an in-house gym, and host social functions throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Start-up, commission, maintain, and service industrial/commercial HVAC systems and plumbing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and locate malfunctions, diagnose problems, and determine appropriate repairs.
• Utilize laptops/tablets to document startup and commissioning forms required per project specifications.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, models, and/or verbal and written instructions.
• Prove mechanical and plumbing systems controlled by building automation systems to third-party commissioning firms.
• Share partial supervision of NEBB Tab contractors and respond to punch-listed equipment.
• Interface and coordinate activities with ATC sub-contractors.
• Service and repair evaporators, condensers, receivers, repack valves, lubricate moving parts, replace filters, and clean coils.
• Adjust, repair, or replace thermostats, relays, switches, and electrical wiring.
• Repair or replace compressors, components, electric motors, fans, belts, and pulleys.
• Maintain refrigerant inventory and consumption logs.
• Follow established safety procedures and utilize safety protective equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by direct manager.
• Complete minor copper tubing tasks, including cutting and threading pipe and making pipe and low-voltage connections.
• Store and maintain tools, equipment, and supplies in a safe and orderly condition.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Record and report faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences, including time and materials expended on work orders.
• Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks using pressure gauges or soap-and-water solutions.
• Instruct helpers on HVAC system installation.

Requirements

• CFC/Universal License.
• 5 years of experience building commercial mechanical projects or equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to read, understand, and work from drawings, specifications, and schematics.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attendance, reliability, dependability, and flexibility.
• Ability to interact with multiple personality types while ensuring positive outcomes.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation: $82,000 - $104,000 per year.
• Daily per diem paid (travel, housing, and meal expenses covered) for qualified applicants traveling in excess of 70 miles per day.
• Company truck provided.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parking.
• 401K and owner-funded retirement plan.
• Health, disability, and life insurance.