Commissioning Technician

Position Description

We're hiring a Commissioning Technician to join our team in Boise, Idaho. It's full-time and on-site, and you'll be out at project sites across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education work, not stuck doing one type of building over and over.

Day to day, you will support commissioning efforts by:

• Turning contract documents and approved submittals into commissioning plans, checkout forms and functional test forms
• Getting out to job sites to see how installation stacks up against design intent, catching problems before they turn into bigger ones
• Performing functional performance testing on whatever's in scope, then chasing down test-and-balance back-checks until every last issue is closed out
• Writing the final commissioning report the owner actually reads and acts on
• Learning the ropes from someone who's been doing this for years, then taking on more of it yourself as you're ready

Travel runs around 50% of the time, but it's built to work with your life, not against it, and your supervisor will help you plan around it. A year in, you should be running your own projects with minimal oversight. If you're already working as a field technician, HVAC technician, or commissioning technician and you're ready to stop installing and start verifying how systems actually perform, this is a solid next move.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $62,000 to $75,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• 3+ years of experience commissioning commercial HVAC systems, or 8+ years of commercial HVAC or refrigeration field or start-up experience (installation, troubleshooting, or performance testing). A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering may substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
• Basic understanding of HVAC and refrigeration system components, including RTUs, chillers, boilers, VAV systems, and controls
• Comfortable working onsite, with overnight travel up to 50% of the time (multi-day site work is common)
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
• Strong technical writing and client communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with Bluebeam or similar PDF markup tools

Preferred Qualifications**

• Direct experience commissioning commercial HVAC or refrigeration systems, including functional performance testing, start-up, or controls verification
• Experience with building automation controls and sequences (BACnet, Modbus), including point-to-point verification and trend log analysis

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don't meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don't want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities***

• Review contract documents and approved submittals to build commissioning plans, system checkout forms, and functional test forms for each project
• Conduct site visits to assess installation progress, verify equipment against design intent, and record issues in the Issues Log
• Execute functional performance testing on HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems, using measurement tools and data loggers to verify airflow, temperature, pressure, and control sequences
• Document test results and field observations in clear reports for the commissioning team and building owner
• Perform test and balance back checks through additional site visits and confirm resolution before final sign-off
• Compile final commissioning reports summarizing testing outcomes and any outstanding items for the owner
• Support owner training sessions with technical insight into system operation and commissioning findings
• Interpret construction documents, equipment specs, and process drawings to confirm equipment meets applicable codes

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, 'design meets you.' Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

Things to Note

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.