Jobs · Management · Washington

Test & Balance Foreman

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions · Seattle, WA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$65–$75/hrFull-time

Requirements

This is Where You Come In
We're looking to hire two TAB Foremen to join our growing Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) team:
- One TAB Foreman dedicated to our Healthcare Division
- One TAB Foreman dedicated to our New Construction Division

  • Lead and oversee dedicated TAB projects from planning through completion while ensuring alignment with MacDonald-Miller's TAB standards, values, and customer expectations
  • Establish a positive project culture built on teamwork, accountability, safety, and clear communication
  • Plan daily work activities, coordinate schedules, assign resources, and optimize technician productivity
  • Perform advanced testing, adjusting, and balancing of HVAC systems, including airflow measurements, pressure testing, temperature verification, and system performance analysis
  • Analyze test results, troubleshoot HVAC system performance, and implement field adjustments to ensure systems meet design specifications and code requirements
  • Demonstrate expertise across critical TAB certifications, including:
    • TABB Supervisor
    • Safety Control Supervisor
    • IAQ Supervisor
    • Sound & Vibration Supervisor
    • Fume Hood Certification
    • Clean Room Certification

Partner closely with Project Managers and Lead Foremen to communicate manpower needs, scheduling impacts, project risks, and productivity updates

Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality while maintaining strong customer relationships

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  • Requires working in a variety of construction and occupied building environments
  • Lift and carry testing equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Perform precise manual work using specialized TAB instruments and testing equipment
  • Safely work from ladders, lifts, rooftops, and elevated work areas
  • Stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and move throughout active construction sites for extended periods
  • Read gauges, interpret testing data, and communicate effectively in both mechanical rooms and occupied spaces
  • Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures, noise levels, and environmental conditions
  • Consistently demonstrate and promote safe work practices while complying with all company and jobsite safety requirements

Background

  • Current or ability to obtain NEBB Certified Professional (CP) certification within one year of hire
  • Extensive experience testing, adjusting, and balancing commercial HVAC systems
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC system operation, controls, troubleshooting, and commissioning
  • Experience leading field teams on complex commercial or healthcare projects
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Able to prioritize multiple projects while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction

What You'll Describe Me As

  • A trusted leader who earns respect through integrity, technical expertise, and a collaborative leadership style
  • Able to develop people and enjoy mentoring the next generation of TAB professionals
  • Calm under pressure and able to solve problems quickly while maintaining positive relationships
  • Highly organized with the ability to balance field leadership and hands-on technical work
  • Comfortable spending approximately 50% of your time leading project teams and 50% performing advanced TAB work on complex projects
  • A strong partner who collaborates effectively with Project Managers, System Specialists, customers, and fellow field leaders

Motivations

  • Leading technically challenging HVAC balancing and commissioning projects
  • Building and developing high-performing teams
  • Coaching technicians and helping others grow their careers
  • Solving complex system performance issues
  • Delivering outstanding customer experiences through quality workmanship
  • Promoting a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Supporting MacDonald-Miller's commitment to employee development, safety initiatives, and community involvement

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