Mechanical Commissioning Technician

Mechanical Commissioning Technician

The Mechanical Commissioning Technician supports the startup, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems in mission-critical facilities. This role works closely with project teams to ensure systems such as HVAC, controls, and associated infrastructure are properly installed, tested, and fully operational prior to turnover. The position assists in the development and implementation of commissioning-related policies, procedures, and standards to ensure all systems meet project and client requirements throughout execution.

The Mechanical Commissioning Technician should have two or more years of experience with MEP systems, including building management systems (BMS), cooling infrastructure, critical plumbing, electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS), electrical distribution, UPS systems, and support utilities. This role collaborates with trade partners, the MEP Manager, and the Commissioning (Cx) Project Manager to support system startup, coordinate testing activities, and drive successful delivery across all phases of the data center build.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in mission critical or large scale commercial projects, background in HVAC, controls, operations, or mechanical field services. Any industry trade certifications or licenses are a plus. Experience with construction/commissioning software ACC, procore, CxAlloy, etc. is also required. This position requires 100% travel and works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required.

Key responsibilities include participating in all mechanical Cx activities across data center construction projects, overseeing commissioning processes for mechanical systems including HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps and piping systems, mechanical plant infrastructure, fire, life, and safety systems, creating daily and weekly Cx reports that support client turnover and acceptance, conducting site inspections to verify installation aligns with drawings, specifications, and mission-critical tolerances, utilization of construction/commissioning software such as ACC, Procore, CxAlloy, etc., review shop drawings and mechanical submittals for conformance, participating in project meetings, ensuring strict adherence to OSHA and site-specific safety standards, promoting a proactive safety culture and refusing unsafe work, and performing other related duties as required and assigned.