What are the responsibilities and job description for the Start-Up Technician I position at TDIndustries?
Job Summary
Responsible for performing start-up and functionality checking on newly installed HVAC, plumbing and electrical components, equipment and systems. Completes all required documentation and routes to appropriate manager/supervisor. Interfaces with customers and clients, internal managers and vendors. Works under limited supervision, makes decisions based on expertise, knowledge and coordination with internal management. Follows fairly well defined procedures, but has the authority to deviate from them if the technical situation warrants.
Company Overview
Established in 1946, TDIndustries has developed into one of America's premier Mechanical Construction and Facility Services companies serving clients through the full life-cycle of a facility, to include engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. For 70 years, our employee-owned company has provided innovative services that optimize the performance of world-class mechanical and electrical systems that serve healthcare facilities, hotels, schools, sports arenas, mission critical facilities and industrial complexes and other essential institutions.
Our employees, whom we call “Partners” are the heart of our success and what sets us apart from our competitors. FORTUNE Magazine recognized TDIndustries as one of the "100 Best Places to Work", "Top 50 Training Organizations" and "Top 30 Companies to Retire From" due to our solid commitment to the personal and professional development of each employee.
Essential Duties
- Performs start-up and functionality checking on newly installed HVAC, plumbing and electrical components, equipment and systems. Disassembles and reassembles basic HVAC equipment to perform trouble shooting and preventative maintenance as needed.
- Assists in the disassembly and reassembly of large or small mechanical equipment to perform trouble shooting and preventative maintenance.
- Diagnoses HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing and/or electrical system performance through observation, testing and setup as required per plans and specifications.
- Ensures newly installed equipment is level and aligned.
- Maintains continuous status report on work completed.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle and trailer as evidenced by past driving performance record and to adhere to all company safety requirements. Maintains vehicle, equipment and tools.
- Purchases materials and issues purchase order numbers to suppliers.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED. Vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field is preferred. Craft training is preferred.
- EPA Certification is required.Must maintain on-going required registrations, professional licenses and/or certifications as required by the position.
- 2-5 years of experience.
- Must be able to read and interpret blue prints, schematics and wiring diagrams.Strong interpersonal and people skills with good written and oral communications capability.Performs as a self-managed individual. Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures.
