Commissioning Data Center Technician

AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc.•Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

AHA Consulting Engineers is seeking a Commissioning Data Center Technician for its growing commissioning team in Northern Virginia. The role offers a field professional a path into building commissioning, with support for training, certifications, and long-term career growth. The technician will support commissioning work at data center and mission critical construction sites, carrying out field observations and testing, recording results, documenting deficiencies, and coordinating with contractors, vendors, and the AHA project team. The position regularly involves local travel throughout the DMV region and may require air travel up to 10% for projects outside the region. AHA Consulting Engineers is a multi-discipline building systems consulting firm founded in 1991, with offices including Ashburn, Virginia. The firm provides MEP/FP and technology design, energy and sustainability consulting, commissioning, BIM/VDC and advisory services, and other building performance services. AHA describes its work as focused on complex, high-performance buildings and markets including science and technology, mission critical, industrial, academic, and corporate facilities.

Requirements

Hands-on field experience working on or directly supporting data center or mission critical construction projects.
Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems commonly found in data centers, such as UPS, PDUs, generators, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, AHUs, and switchgear.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings, one-line diagrams, and sequences of operation.
Experience in a technical trade, construction, or field service role; electrical trade experience is strongly preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established test procedures and accurately document results.
OSHA 30 certification; AHA can provide training toward this certification.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification; AHA can provide training toward these certifications.
NFPA 70E Qualified Person status or willingness to obtain it; AHA can provide training.
Valid driver's license that is Real ID compliant, or an active U.S. passport, for access to federal and secure facilities.
Ability and comfort conducting meetings and site communications in English.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced construction environments with shifting priorities and tight schedules.
Willingness to travel locally throughout the DMV region regularly.
Ability to travel by air up to 10% for project needs outside the region.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman or Master Electrician license, or equivalent trade certification.
Prior experience supporting or executing commissioning activities on mission critical or large commercial construction projects.
Familiarity with building automation systems, controls sequences, or DCIM tools.
Experience with electrical distribution, backup power systems such as generators, UPS, and static transfer switches, or precision cooling systems.
Ability to explain technical findings clearly to non-technical project stakeholders.
Knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, or industry-specific standards relevant to data center operations.
Pursuit of a relevant industry certification, such as CxA or DCPRO, is identified as a first 6–12 month success goal.

Responsibilities

Perform construction observations and review contract documents, drawing sets, and specifications during commissioning.
Execute pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in data center environments.
Perform Foreign Object and Debris (FOD) inspections before equipment or systems are energized or tested.
Install and operate field testing equipment, interpret its data, and accurately collect, organize, and document field data.
Support development of commissioning test scripts, checklists, and issue logs under the direction of a Commissioning Specialist or Project Engineer.
Identify, document, and communicate system deficiencies and test results in written reports and field logs.
Interface professionally on site with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and AHA project team members.
Assist with completing commissioning reports and communicate results to project stakeholders in a timely manner.
Maintain organized project documentation, including test records, photos, equipment data, and correspondence.
Stay current on equipment types, system sequences, and industry practices relevant to mission critical facilities.

Benefits

Competitive pay and salaries.
Paid time off (PTO).
Health benefits.
Retirement benefits, enhanced by the company's partial Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Path to Partnership leadership development framework.
Student Debt Repayment Program.
Flexible and hybrid work schedules.
Professional development and mentorship, including FE/PE exam support and structured training opportunities.
Training and support for certifications and continuing education.
Participation in professional organizations, industry seminars and trade shows, continuing education classes, and lunch-and-learns.