Hiring Test and Balance Technicians

Test & Balance Technician

Hourly Rate: $25 - $75+

Position Reports to: Customer Service Representatives

Office Location: Anaheim, CA

Summary

Test and balance technicians are responsible for providing technical services to our clients and for generating reports which include all detailed project-related information. Some of the services TAB technicians commonly provide are air and water balance, fire life safety testing, duct leakage testing, fume hood testing and cleanroom certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect systems to verify compliance with design

Test and set systems in accordance with the mechanical engineer’s design and AABC standards

Report outstanding issues in writing both to our office and to our client

Submit progress reports on a per project basis

Prepare work authorization forms for all services provided that lie outside of the contracted scope

Code the drawings and confirm that the coding matches the report

Generate a detailed test and balance report for every job

Submit completed projects & documentation in a timely manner through the appropriate channel

Follow up on questions from the office, the client and/or the mechanical engineer about the services provided

Adhere to all company policies listed on the ‘Duties and Expectations’ document

Other duties as assigned

Managerial Scope

The completion of on-site work and success of your projects.

Consults with

Internal departments, clients, inspectors, other trades and the greater business community.

Qualifications

Associates degree or higher required. Bachelor’s Degree in business, mathematics, engineering or similar field of study is preferred which may be partially substituted by equivalent work experience.

A strong aptitude to work with numbers and technological savviness

Ability to communicate general project conditions and problems through written reports

Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Self starter with good work ethic

A driven, reliable, honest, team player

Time management and organizational skills - able to manage multiple priorities effectively

Strategic thinking skills including attention to detail and accuracy

Teachable and willing to learn new things

Willingness to travel to/from project sites and to/from our office

Valid drivers license and dependable, insured transportation

Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others

Comprehension of mechanical prints and specifications

Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations

Ability to pass Drug tests as required

Strong computer skills are a must

Additional Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability

Ability to read, analyze and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, technical reports, and city/state/government regulations. Ability to write technical reports and general business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, co-workers, and/or the general public.

Math Ability

Ability to use and apply basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet software, control programs and test and balance software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

AABC Certification (Test & Balance Technician certification is required once trained & capable). Other safety certificates will be required & must be continually maintained as you progress in the position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; in outside weather conditions; in close proximity of explosives; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and/or hear; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move/carry up to 10 pounds; up to 25 pounds; up to 50 pounds; and sometimes upwards of 75 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in this work environment is typically moderate but can at times high or very high. At a minimum, head, eye, ear, hand, foot, and skin protection are recommended while on construction sites.

Work Location Requirements

The work location requirements here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The nature of the job requires the employee to travel to various job sites. As such, the location in which the employee works is different from day to day. The employee is responsible for personal transportation to and from work.

Travel Requirements

This job involves frequent travel in and around the Southern California area.