HVAC Startup Technician

HVAC Startup TechnicianThe role of the HVAC Startup Technician is to manage and perform startup activities and system performance evaluations on new construction and existing building projects of all types to include documentation of pre-functional activities and the maintenance of action item lists. The Technician will also be an integral part of the final Commissioning team and will be required to participate in point to point system checkout as well as functional system testing activities and resolution of all operational deficiencies identified as part of this process.Duties & Essential Job FunctionsComplete project reviews with the commissioning officer before starting a projectManage and perform all startup activities on a variety of project types and sizesDocument all pre-functional activities in our paperless Commissioning documentation systemsMaintain a current action item list in our paperless Commissioning documentation systemsCommunicate job status with the project management team on a daily basis and report any issues that may impede job progress or scheduleAssist the Commissioning project management team with equipment and system startup schedulingMaintain the startup crew manpower loading as needed to maintain the project scheduleAssist the Commissioning project management team with communicating technical detail to vendors or factory representatives as needed to repair manufacturers defects in equipmentMentor Commissioning Group apprentices in the performance of assigned dutiesTroubleshoot system problems, provide solutions and manage problem resolution through the Commissioning project management teamAssist Test and Balance and manufacturers' representatives in resolving issues that impact the performance of the systems within our responsibility or scope of workSupervise other startup technicians and apprentices as applicableCoordinate with other trades to keep the construction schedule on trackAssist the Senior level commissioning technicians with commissioning activities as applicableBasic QualificationsMinimum 5 years commercial HVAC mechanical equipment startup or service experienceHigh school diploma or GEDTechnical School degree in HVAC/R or similar.Must be able/available to travel up to 25% of timeValid Georgia driver's license and clean driving record. Employees in this classification must maintain insurability during the term of employmentCFC certificationPreferred QualificationsExperience in the construction industry, preferably with a mechanical contractor, TAB contractor or DDC controls contractorAt least 2 years' experience managing mechanical related workExperience in servicing boilers and chillersPneumatic and DDC controlsExperience commissioning new construction and existing building projects.MCAA 40 hour foreman trainingOSHA 30Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and CharacteristicsMust be a self-starter, with ability to work well as part of a team or independently as requiredStrong leadership skills, self-motivated, team-oriented and able to respond quickly to changing customer demandsMust have good communication skillsSolid reasoning, math, science, and technical skillsMust have a professional appearanceAbility to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goalsAbility to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidanceMust possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and othersGood computer skillsMust have a working knowledge of major HVAC equipment including large multi-fan air handling units, cooling towers and chillers.Must have the ability to effectively run a startup crewMust be able to handle multiple prioritiesWorking Conditions and Physical EffortsWork involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noisesWork environment involves some exposure to construction-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautionsBasic construction working conditions walking or standing most of the time and lifting some loads to 50 pound.Work requires extensive local and occasional out-of-town travel to job sites and customer locationsMoving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.McKenney's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney's is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.