MEP Energy Marshal

About the role

In collaboration with the assigned project(s) construction operations and sales leadership teams and under the direction of the Energy Marshal Manager, this role is primarily responsible for the guidance, oversight and ultimately final approvals for energizing equipment and all liquid/air testing and cleaning activities including but not limited to; filling, flushing, testing and draining. This roles oversight extends to all hydronics systems, specialty exhaust and grease duct systems and includes any associated third-party activities. The Energy Marshal inspector is an invaluable extension of the company's safety efforts whose primary objective is mitigating potential hazards related to pressurization and energization activities. The overarching goal of the Energy Marshal team is to eliminate risks to personnel and property, ensure successful testing outcomes, and verify that all ACCO workmanship strictly complies with company quality standards, approved drawings and the client's expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, oversee and approve all Energy Marshal activities to ensure quality standards and safety protocols are met in an effort to achieve zero defects or incidents.
• Perform project specifications reviews to identify quality risks and make strategic recommendations to site management.
• Assist in the development of testing and flushing plans including mitigation measures for high-risk activities.
• As an SME assist in developing site-specific Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and other related documents for all fluid and air operations, including system filling, draining, flushing and pressure testing.
• Provide final review and written approval of MOP's prior to the field operations team starting any filling, draining, testing or flushing activities.
• As an SME assist in development of MOPs for equipment energization including transfer of power and Lock-out Tag-out procedures.
• Provide final review and written approval of equipment energization MOPs prior to start-up.
• Conduct regular job walks for upcoming Energy Marshal activities reviewing related documentation and inspecting installations. Communicate any deficiencies to the site leadership.
• Prior to final system inspection, audit critical project documentation—including pre-test checklists, torque logs, PTPs, SOPs/MOPs and QC signoffs ensuring 100% completion and proper storage in the projects Box folder.
• Perform a final thorough inspection of each Energy Marshal activity confirming and documenting the identified section/area in question is properly prepared, completed and approved to execute the activity.
• Conduct random project walks monitoring field installations to ensure compliance with ACCO's quality standards, project documents and client expectations.
• Identify issues and participate in investigations and solutions. Prepare and distribute any internal deficiency reports as needed.
• Exercise the explicit responsibility and authority to stop any work when quality is about to be, or is being, compromised.
• Ensure testing processes mitigation measures minimize risks to field personnel and property while ensuring successful testing outcomes.
• Participate in quality investigations to analyze root causes and develop recommendations for corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
• Actively participate in health, safety, quality, and environmental processes, including daily safety meetings, to support a goal of ZERO injuries or incidents.
• Develop the abilities of subordinates through targeted goal setting, training, and coaching.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for project personnel regarding industry knowledge, code compliancy, quality and ACCO policies.
• Participate in regular project reviews with project staff, senior management, and the client.
• Promote ACCO in a positive manner, developing a partnering relationship with the client to reduce costs while improving safety and reliability.
• Collaborate with ACCO's regional and site-specific management teams within the assigned area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12+ years of experience in the Mechanical Industry or a related field with 5+ years in system operations and commissioning.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Highly motivated individual willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess deep technical proficiency in process and mechanical piping, plumbing, and high-purity materials, with rigorous adherence to contamination control protocols.
• Highly skilled in reading and interpreting project plans, specifications, equipment submittals and other documents related to mechanical piping, plumbing, air systems, electrical, controls and operational sequencing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose complicated hydronic systems.
• Advanced computer proficiency utilizing MS Word, Excel, G Suite (Google Workspace), and various specialized industry software.
• Must be able to read and understand safety instructions, signs, labels, and permits in English.
• Must have or be willing to receive CPR and First Aid Training and Certification and pass applicable site-specific training.

Preferred skills

• Advanced software experience with industry-specific CRM/PM, collaboration, design, spooling, or fabrication platforms (e.g., ProCore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Revit, MSuite, Trimble).
• Has experience in the role of Start-up Technician performing startup activities in new construction.

Key competencies

• Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people's strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
• Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
• Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for their actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Pay

• Pay Ranges: $140,000 (min), $200,000 (mid), $260,000 (max)

Schedule

• This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Work outside of regular hours may occasionally be necessary to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Relocation Packages: Available to qualified candidates who require relocation to the project location.
• Per Diem/Subsistence: A competitive per diem allowance is provided for project-based roles to support housing and travel.
• Performance Bonuses: Opportunities for annual or project-based performance incentive bonuses.

About ACCO

ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant…ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs. Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team. What's great about working at ACCO is that we're a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.