Commissioning Technician

RK Industries•Abilene, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Commissioning Technician $45/hr - $55/hr + Per Diem (If Eligible) + Benefits + Career Development Opportunities Verify Performance. Solve Problems. Deliver Systems That Work. The best Commissioning Technicians do more than perform testing and documentation. They help ensure complex building systems operate as intended, support project teams through critical milestones, and play a key role in delivering successful projects to owners and stakeholders. At RK Industries, you'll support the planning, coordination, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities for commercial and industrial construction projects. Working alongside Commissioning Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors, you'll help verify that mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and life safety systems are installed, tested, balanced, and operating according to project requirements. You'll gain hands-on experience with system start-up, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, and project turnover processes while developing expertise in one of the construction industry's fastest-growing specialties. This is an opportunity to build technical expertise, expand your industry knowledge, and play a critical role in delivering high-performance facilities.

Requirements

3-7 years of experience in construction, manufacturing, commissioning, building systems, service operations, or a related technical environment
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, controls, and industrial systems
Experience supporting system start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, or equipment performance verification
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and technical documentation
Familiarity with commissioning processes, including pre-functional checklists, functional performance testing, and issue tracking
Experience coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and field teams on active project sites
Knowledge of construction safety practices, industry codes, and quality standards
Proficiency with commissioning documentation, reports, punch lists, spreadsheets, and project management tools
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
Willingness and ability to travel to project sites and work in active construction and industrial environments
Maintain reliable transportation and travel between office and project locations as needed
Maintain consistent attendance and support project schedules
Follow all company safety policies and procedures
Exercise stop-work authority whenever unsafe conditions are identified

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience

Responsibilities

Support development and maintenance of project commissioning plans
Assist with design reviews and constructability evaluations related to system performance
Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation, logs, checklists, and reports
Support development and coordination of commissioning schedules aligned with project milestones
Coordinate commissioning activities with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors
Perform field verification of installation readiness before system start-up and testing
Track commissioning issues, deficiencies, corrective actions, and resolution status
Verify completion of installation checklists and pre-functional testing requirements
Execute functional performance testing under the direction of the Commissioning Manager
Verify system sequences of operation and control responses in the field
Document testing results and assist with issue tracking, troubleshooting, and re-testing activities
Support coordination of Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) activities and schedules
Review TAB reports and assist in identifying discrepancies and deficiencies
Verify systems meet final air and water balancing requirements
Assist with integrated systems testing, including HVAC, controls, power, and life safety systems
Coordinate participation among trades, vendors, and stakeholders during testing activities
Compile commissioning records, reports, and project documentation
Assist in review of operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and as-built documents
Participate in owner training sessions and support project turnover activities
Support seasonal testing, warranty reviews, deferred commissioning, and post-occupancy evaluations
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving building systems issues after project turnover
Perform additional duties as assigned