Entry Level Commissioning Agent

Tetra Tech•Seattle, WA

4h•$70,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company, as an Entry Level Commissioning Agent and launch your career helping deliver high-performance commercial and institutional buildings. You’ll split time between the field and office learning to write test procedures, run functional tests, troubleshoot systems, and coordinate with project teams. This is a hands-on, mentored role ideal for a recent graduate who’s curious about MEP systems, enjoys problem-solving, and wants real project experience that impacts how buildings operate long term. Position Summary: Working with senior commissioning staff, you’ll develop and execute commissioning plans, review submittals and startup reports, perform pre-functional and functional testing, document results, and track issue resolution. You’ll attend design/construction meetings, support owner operations teams (and LEED documentation when needed), and help close out projects with clear reports and lessons learned. Travel to project sites and on-site physical work are required. Why Glumac, a Tetra Tech Company: Glumac has been a leader in the sustainable building design industry for over 50 years. In 2017 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization. At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Join Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Requirements

Strong communication, organization, and basic Microsoft Office skills.
Learning mindset - comfortable asking questions and taking direction.
Ability to work on site for extended periods, climb ladders/stairs, and lift >20 lbs.
Basic knowledge of MEP systems and exposure to construction or facility operations.
Driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and ability to travel to project sites.

Nice To Haves

LEED® accreditation.
Experience with building automation controls and instrumentation.
Degree in engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Commissioning Authority and Project Manager to align commissioning scope with project budget and schedule.
Attend design and construction meetings to plan commissioning activities.
Prepare commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional test procedures using Glumac standards and project documentation.
Review equipment submittals and shop drawings and incorporate findings into test documentation.
Perform site commissioning: pre-functional checks, witness and direct functional tests, document results, and produce field reports.
Diagnose system issues, recommend corrective actions, and coordinate contractor retesting.
Maintain commissioning documentation: progress reports, issue logs, system manuals, and final commissioning/closeout reports.
Support owner operations staff with system training and sequences of operation.
Assist with LEED® documentation as required.