Lead Start-Up Technician

Required Skills & Experience

· High school diploma or GED required. · Completion of a technical trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent HVAC technical training. · 4+ years of post-trade school experience working with commercial HVAC systems. · Experience performing startup, commissioning, or troubleshooting activities on commercial HVAC equipment. · Experience with new construction and/or construction turnover projects. · EPA Universal Certification or Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) HVAC certification.

· Strong knowledge of:

o Chilled water and hydronic systems o Commercial HVAC equipment o DDC/BAS/BMS controls o Electrical systems and low-voltage controls communications o Wiring diagrams and electrical schematics · Ability to diagnose and resolve complex HVAC operational issues independently. · Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills. · Ability to represent company professionally at customer sites.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Experience supporting mission-critical, industrial, manufacturing, aerospace, semiconductor, or data center environments. · OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 certification (customer will sponsor certification if needed).

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Lead Startup & Commissioning Technician to support the startup, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of large-scale commercial HVAC and chilled water systems. This individual will serve as the face of client at customer sites, primarily supporting a commercial space company, ensuring mechanical systems are installed correctly, operate as designed, and are successfully turned over to the owner. This role is ideal for a highly technical HVAC professional who enjoys solving complex problems in the field, working directly with customers, and taking ownership of projects from startup through warranty support. The right candidate will be equally comfortable reading wiring diagrams, troubleshooting controls, and building strong relationships with facility teams and contractors. What You'll Do Startup, Commissioning & Testing · Lead startup and commissioning activities for commercial HVAC and mechanical systems.

· Perform startup verification, quality checks, and operational testing on:

o Chillers o Chilled water systems o Air handling units (AHUs) o Make-up air units (MAUs) o Cooling towers o Boilers o Rooftop units (RTUs) o Pumps and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) o BAS/ DDC systems o Electrical, low voltage DDS communications · Execute Field Installation Verification (FIV), Operational Performance Testing (OPT), and Functional Performance Testing (FPT). · Review manufacturer startup procedures and commissioning requirements to ensure proper system operation. · Create and maintain commissioning documentation, deficiency logs, and turnover packages. Troubleshooting & Warranty Support · Serve as the first line of response for equipment issues discovered during startup or within the warranty period. · Diagnose mechanical, controls, electrical, and operational issues to identify root causes. · Work closely with manufacturers, contractors, controls teams, and project management to develop and implement corrective actions. · Support warranty-related documentation, claims, and issue resolution. Customer & Project Support · Act as onsite representative and primary technical resource for a commercial space company and other customers. · Attend job site meetings and coordinate with construction, commissioning, and facilities teams. · Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professionalism, technical expertise, and responsiveness. · Take ownership of project success from startup through final turnover.