Commissioning Technician I

Coffman Engineers, Inc.•San Diego, CA

14h

About The Position

Coffman Engineers is seeking an entry-level or developing Commissioning Technician I for its San Diego office. This hands-on technical position provides experience in building systems commissioning. Under the direction of an experienced Commissioning Specialist or Commissioning Manager, the technician assists with field observations, equipment verification, documentation review, pre-functional inspections, functional performance testing, deficiency tracking, and preparation of commissioning documentation. The role involves work in both office and field settings, coordination with trade subcontractors, controls technicians, and other field personnel, and completion of assigned activities accurately, safely, and on schedule. Travel to project sites is required as project needs dictate and may include overnight or extended domestic and international assignments of up to two consecutive weeks, nights, weekends, holidays, remote locations, and adverse weather conditions. The expected hourly rate is $28.00. A valid passport and state driver’s license are required.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Valid state driver’s license.
Maintain a valid passport and be willing and able to travel as project needs require, including overnight and extended assignments, potentially outside the home state and internationally, for up to two consecutive weeks.
Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays and in adverse weather conditions as project needs require.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Organizational skills and clear written and verbal communication skills.
Computer skills, including databases and Microsoft Windows operating systems such as Word and Excel.
Team-player attitude.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and moving 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds regularly; frequent climbing, walking, stooping, bending, crawling, and reaching; and travel to project sites.
Corrected vision to 20/20 or adequate vision to perform essential functions, including close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certification.
Previous experience in the construction industry.
Familiarity with construction sites, building systems, trade coordination, construction drawings, or field documentation.
Experience in construction, commissioning, test and balance (TAB), or direct digital control systems.
Experience with mechanical or electrical engineering, design, and construction processes.
Experience with construction-site work conditions and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Learn to operate commissioning and test and balance tools proficiently.
Assist with field observations and verification of installed building systems and equipment.
Assist with pre-functional inspections and functional performance testing.
Review and organize equipment startup, testing, and related field documentation.
Document observed deficiencies, incomplete work, testing results, and required follow-up actions.
Communicate field progress, constraints, deficiencies, and testing results to the Commissioning Manager.
Complete assigned tasks accurately, safely, and within established project schedules.
Follow supervisor instructions and carry out assigned commissioning activities; ask questions when instructions, procedures, or expected results are unclear.
Coordinate professionally with trade subcontractors, controls technicians, and other field personnel.
Communicate testing requirements, planned activities, observed deficiencies, and follow-up actions clearly.
Follow established communication lines and avoid directing subcontractors beyond assigned authority.
Read and comprehend technically written material.
Maintain company work gear, phones, computers, tools, equipment, supplies, and vehicles in good working order.
Attend meetings and provide input needed to coordinate and complete assigned tasks.
Adhere to supervisor-provided schedules and adapt work habits to office and field tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.