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SPC Mechanical Corporation

Startup/Commissioning Technician

SPC Mechanical Corporation, Wendell, North Carolina, United States, 27591

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Startup/Commissioning Technician – SPC Mechanical Corporation

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Job Summary

To implement the processes by which projects are started up, sequenced, commissioned, turned over, and warranted. To train customer facilities personnel in the proper operation and maintenance of installed systems and equipment and provide response and support for warranty requests.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ability to lead crew in the direction most productive for the timely completion of the job while following the project commissioning process.

Motivate the crew to the highest level.

Leadership

Ability to lead crew in the direction most productive for the timely completion of the job while following the project commissioning process.

Motivate the crew to the highest level.

Documentation

Completes startup forms for equipment as required.

Works with factory startup technicians and obtains forms as required.

Keeps file in a concise, orderly manner.

Documents all job‑related occurrences.

Keeps a daily record.

Uses Autodesk Build for QC/QA processes.

Qualifications

Two years of mechanical service, equipment startup, or commissioning experience.

Current driver’s license.

Must be able to travel throughout regional projects.

Maintain a high level of understanding of total HVAC and plumbing installation and operation, equipment capabilities, and controls systems architecture and sequences.

Understand system start‑up, test and balancing, commissioning, and diagnosis.

Understand electrical systems and be able to troubleshoot line‑side work and resolve low‑voltage (24 V) issues.

Must have a high level of skill in troubleshooting of multiple trades and types of systems, such as:

Electrical circuits and systems

Control components and systems

Mechanical equipment such as chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, and fans

Plumbing equipment such as air compressors, vacuum pumps, and sump pumps

Mechanical hydronic systems and components

Plumbing hydronic systems and components

Air flow dynamics and components

Have overall ability to diagnose and report problem situations accurately.

Understand and stay current with industry trends and standards.

Universal EPA certification recommended; will be required to acquire within 1 year.

Ability to read and interpret documents.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Brazing with nitrogen purge.

Assembly and disassembly of various pieces of equipment.

Activation of equipment and ability to find startup requirements in the installation manual.

Essential Functions Startup

Assist in piping system flushing and complete documentation for the flushing activities.

Activate and document the starting conditions of the equipment.

Adjust equipment settings such that it will operate according to design drawings and specifications.

Verify that equipment is ready to be started by the vendor.

Troubleshoot issues with equipment or system operation and provide solutions.

Commissioning

Assist in pre‑testing of controls and DDC point‑to‑point and logic sequencing.

Complete required commissioning documentation.

Assist in the communication of commissioning issues to SPC’s team.

Assist commissioning agents while they are on‑site with any needs or questions they may have.

Execute and assist with the coordination of owner training.

QA/QC

Participates in Autodesk Build QA/QC punch list.

Assigns punch list items to the appropriate field superintendent.

Closes out completed punch list items.

Quality of Work

Demands the highest quality installation possible within the boundaries of the budget and schedule.

Can personally show the crew members the quality expected of SPC Mechanical.

Planning

Works with PM to plan, schedule, and coordinate all start‑up and commissioning processes of assigned projects.

Works with other trades on the critical path.

Proficient in the use of special tools or equipment such as flow meters, flow hoods, temperature cooling, etc.

Customer Service

Displays a courteous and professional manner to customers and their representatives.

Understands the value of each customer to SPC Mechanical regardless of the size or scope of the job.

Ensures that the start‑up crew is professionally conducting themselves.

Documentation

Keeps files in a concise, orderly manner.

Completes startup documentation to be included in turnover packages.

Documents all job‑related occurrences.

Keeps a daily record.

Trade Standards

Is knowledgeable of trade standards in general as well as SPC Mechanical standards in particular.

Displays the ability to find solutions to problems.

When required to do so, provides technical assistance for the best application for a particular installation.

Material and Expense Control

Procure material as needed to complete tasks within contract scope, such as:

Special wiring as needed

Refrigerant for DX startup

Glycol as required

Miscellaneous parts for repairs

Work Environment

May be exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions.

Ability to frequently lift or carry up to 75 pounds and assist with lifting to 120 pounds.

Comfortable working on ladders, rooftops, and crawl spaces.

Ability to climb rooftop access ladders.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Construction

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