Commissioning Technician; Start-Up Refrigeration - Henderson Building Solutions

Position Summary

Henderson Building Solutions is seeking a Commissioning Technician (Start‑Up Refrigeration) to support field startup, testing, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems. This role can be based out of any of our national offices.

The Commissioning Technician plays a critical role in executing commissioning and start‑up activities for ammonia (NH3), CO2 transcritical, and hybrid refrigeration systems. Responsibilities include performing pre‑functional checks, system start‑up, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure systems operate in accordance with design intent, manufacturer requirements, IIAR and ASHRAE standards, and applicable codes.

• Creates owner project requirements, construction plans and specifications
• Reviews drawings and maintains a record of comments
• Generates checklists and tests for equipment
• Make site visits to complete pre‑functional test checklists
• Generates site observation and issue reports
• Reviews equipment submittals and maintains a record of comments
• Performs testing, adjusting and balancing tasks, including adjusting air and hydronic systems
• Make site visits to complete functional performance tests
• Generates final reports
• Make site visits to troubleshoot issues
• Assesses equipment operation and conditions
• Generates reports summarizing visits, equipment conditions and recommendations
• Develops and maintains client relationships
• Setups projects and folders
• Evaluates budgets to determine the proper allocation of resources and time for each job

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of engineering required, or 4+ years of experience without a relevant degree. Common examples include Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, or Architectural Engineering.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Commissioning certification preferred (NEBB TAB Tech or Cx Tech).
• Previous commissioning or testing/balancing experience preferred.
• Experience commissioning ammonia (NH3) and/or CO2 refrigeration systems preferred.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out the functions of this job.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work with some degree of independence but may require frequent supervision and mentoring.
• Ability to understand drawings and specifications and how they translate into a building.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional and light industrial facilities as they relate to commissioning.
• Basic knowledge of Automation and controls systems, HVAC systems, plumbing, fire alarm/life safety systems, lighting and lighting controls, and test and balance.
• Have an understanding of ASHRAE, ACG and LEED commissioning requirements.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Valid driver's license.

• Significant travel required - approximately 50% of time.
• Must be flexible and able to travel with little notice.
• Ability to work varying shift times depending on the project, i.e. night or weekends.
• Ability to be on your feet all day and climb ladders.

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Las Vegas Salary Range: $68,880 - $103,320

Washington, D.C. Salary Range: $76,096 - $114,144

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E‑Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.