Summary
A Commissioning Agent (CxA) has a technical background and in-depth expertise in the commissioning process including verification techniques, functional performance testing, critical power equipment and O&M knowledge. The role of the Support Electrical Commissioning Agent (CxA) is to act as a third-party authority systematically verifying that electrical systems are functioning in accordance with the design intent and Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR). Some of the actions of the Commissioning Agent will include verification and testing during all 5 levels of commissioning, as per ASHRAE Guideline 0.
- This role has expectations of up to 50-75% travel annually, unless currently residing in a local area near a jobsite.
- If you are local to a job site, you are expected to work onsite every day that testing, or inspections are scheduled.
Responsibilities
- Review available training documentation and effectively apply it to daily activities.
- Communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with Clients / Engineers of Record / GC's / Subs / Vendors.
- Learn the Cx process to effectively implement in the field.
- Develop Cx procedures with use of a template.
- Become familiar with testing durations to assist PM with Cx Schedule development.
- Understand load bank requirement needs to develop a plan for an entire project (size, quantity, special connection requirements).
- With assistance, connect PQM test equipment on all types of data center equipment.
- Operate (under supervision) PQM test equipment on all types of data center equipment.
- Execute functional testing with support of team members.
- Fill in a daily onsite testing log.
- Perform infrared (IR) scanning/analysis and record data in spreadsheet.
- Mark IR Photos.
- Record PQM data in spreadsheet.
- Capture screenshots from PQM software.
- Assist with report development.
Requirements
- Work experience: None required.
- Education: 4-year college degree or equivalent field experience
- Training: None required
- General understanding of all mechanical and electrical building systems
- Military experience a plus
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office programs
- Math Skills: Must be able to calculate figures and amounts (percentages and proportions)
- Communication: Understands instructions and can convey information to others in a simple and unambiguous way
- Organizational skills
- Leadership abilities
- Ability to work from home effectively and required travel to project sites 50-75% of the time.
Top Skills & Proficiencies
- Initiative
- Ability to take direction
- Organization
- Responsiveness
- Decision-Making
- Data Entry Skills
- Data Processing Skills
- Dependability
- Reporting Skills
- Deadline Oriented
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Planning and Organizing
- Communication Skills
- Meme Generation
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Negotiation
- Adaptability
- Stress Tolerance
Work Conditions & Physical Demands
- Must have a dedicated home office that is conducive to daily responsibilities
- Must be able to move about the work area and travel to worksites as needed or required.
- Travel rotation is 3 weeks onsite, 1 week work from home. If you are local to a job site, you will be expected to work onsite. This is all subject to change based on client and business needs
- Must be able to communicate with a variety of individuals; must be able to follow verbal and written instructions/directions and respond to inquiries
- Must be able to frequently perform strenuous physical activity including but not limited to: standing for eight or more hours at a time, moving in rugged or unstable conditions, working in adverse weather, handling, or feeling objects, tools or controls which may not be visible, reach overhead. Occasionally may be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Must be able to carry test equipment from 30-50 pounds.