Testing Technician

Custom Air Products & Services Inc•Houston, TX

19h

About The Position

Are you a skilled HVAC professional with a commitment to excellence and a desire to be part of a dynamic team? At Custom Air Products & Services, Inc., we take pride in our commitment to providing top-notch service and tailored installations of commercial and industrial HVAC systems in the Houston and surrounding areas. If you are dedicated, skilled, and eager to contribute to our continued success, we encourage you to apply and become a key player in our top-quality service delivery and customized installations. Reporting to and under the general direction and training of their Supervisor, the HVAC Testing Technician plays a crucial role in performing all aspects of job responsibilities in a safe, satisfactory, and timely manner to meet scheduled deadlines. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating reliability, professionalism, and a keen ability to learn. The primary role involves field commissioning of units and/or systems, conducting owner FAT demonstrations off-site, and traveling for startup, FAT, commissioning, warranty service, and repair. The HVAC Testing Technician will also actively participate in the testing team.

Requirements

Ability to work safely with live rotating equipment and high voltage up to 600 volts.
Physical fitness for activities associated with the job, including occasional lifting and moving up to 65 pounds individually and greater weights with assistance, bending, stretching, stooping, climbing, and other physical acts.
Overnight and extended travel required.
EPA Certification.
Texas HVAC Technician Registration.
Five plus years in the HVAC Industry.
Commercial or Industrial HVAC experience.
Knowledge of controls.
Reading and interpreting electrical wiring diagrams for troubleshooting and identifying errors and omissions.
Above-average control and refrigeration circuit troubleshooting ability.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Class 1 Div 2 standards and work practices regarding HVAC systems (preferred).
Knowledge of Industrial Plant work practices regarding Safety, LOTO, work permitting, etc. (preferred).
TWIC preferred.
Basic Plus preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute all phases of work, coordinating with other disciplines/departments, to start and test units and systems, ensuring trouble-free reliable operation.
Conduct pre-startup work, including reviewing design engineering drawings, bill of materials, various checklists, and loading PLC or VFD programs.
Check and document the integrity of all components and their installation before connecting power and energizing each unit.
Document and perform various checks upon energizing equipment, including motor rotational check, belt and alignment checks, refrigerant charge optimization, and control sequences of operation.
Proactively identify and resolve errors, omissions, and deficiencies before Quality Control and/or field commissioning processes.
Provide technical assistance to operators and owners regarding the installation, startup, and operation of Factory HVAC systems.
Assist in training other technicians and staff when applicable.
Prepare records and reports describing procedures, actions taken, and recommended solutions.
Submit requests for supplies and equipment.
Respond to emergency warranty service repair requests.
Enforce sound safety and housekeeping practices, following safety rules/procedures.
Review safety procedures before beginning each job with known hazards.
Establish good relationships and credibility with customers.
Manage time, priorities, and expenses effectively.
Drive and safely maintain an assigned Company vehicle, and travel to the site as assigned.