HVAC Technician

About the role

Mechanical Startup Technician (HVAC Equipment Commissioning)

Location

Variety of Project Sites - Based out of High Point, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Perform startup and commissioning of commercial HVAC equipment including:
• - Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• - Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• - Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
• - Supply, Return, and Exhaust Fans
• - Pumps and Pump Skids
• - Unit Heaters
• - Air Curtains
• - VAV and CAV Systems
• - Water Heaters
• - Humidifiers
• - Split Systems
• - Heat Pumps
• - Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAC Units)
• Perform refrigeration piping evacuations and charging procedures
• Verify proper system operation and performance
• Troubleshoot mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, and controls issues
• Complete warranty repairs and corrective actions
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical systems
• Review equipment submittals
• Interpret Installation, Operation & Maintenance (IOM) manuals
• Complete startup reports and commissioning documentation
• Submit timesheets and expense reports accurately
• Report project status directly to Quality Management
• Maintain detailed service documentation
• Read and interpret:
• - Mechanical drawings
• - Electrical drawings
• - Controls drawings
• Inspect electrical installations for NEC compliance
• Assist with control system installation and verification
• Clock with controls contractors and startup vendors
• Support project teams during startup and commissioning
• Assist third-party factory representatives during equipment startups
• Clock multiple startup activities simultaneously
• Operate aerial lifts safely on construction sites
• Maintain professional communication with customers and project teams

Qualifications

• EPA Universal Certification
• Strong understanding of refrigeration systems
• Commercial HVAC startup and commissioning experience
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Experience with:
• - Chillers
• - Air Handling Units
• - Pumping systems
• - Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• - Commercial controls
• - Factory startup procedures
• - Warranty service
• - Commissioning
• Leadership Skills
• Strong troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Professional customer interaction
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Work Environment

• Commercial construction sites
• Mechanical rooms
• Indoor and outdoor environments
• Operation of aerial lifts
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment
• Variable weather conditions
• Occasional weekend and emergency service work

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Company vehicle
• Company phone
• Laptop/tablet
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Technical training and manufacturer certifications
• Stable, long-term employment with a respected mechanical contractor

Why Join Our Team?

This is more than a startup technician role—it's an opportunity to become the technical expert who ensures complex commercial HVAC systems perform exactly as designed. You'll work alongside experienced project teams on high-profile commercial projects while expanding your technical knowledge and leadership skills.