Commissioning Technician Intern - Summer 2026

Commissioning Technician

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

The Entry-Level Commissioning Support role assists the Building Systems commissioning team in delivering high-quality project documentation, field observations, and technical support. This position involves coordinating project communications, preparing reports and checklists, and supporting system testing and troubleshooting. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The role offers hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, and control systems, contributing to the successful delivery of sustainable and efficient building projects.This is opportunity is a 100% remote position and will require approximately 30-40-% travel, locally and nationally, to commissioning sites.

Responsibilities:

• Proofread and format documents for consistency and quality, following company and client standards.
• Assist commissioning lead personnel with jobsite observations and fieldwork.
• Maintain up-to-date digital project files and documentation.
• Manage and update the "Project Big Board" tracking system.
• Distribute project information to internal teams, clients, and consultants in a timely manner.
• Support the setup and formatting of PowerPoint presentations for project managers and directors.
• Schedule meetings and prepare detailed meeting minutes for commissioning project managers.
• Draft field reports for jobsite observations to be reviewed and distributed by lead personnel.
• Create pre-functional checklists and develop MEP commissioning and functional performance test procedures.
• Provide technical support to project teams on building systems issues.
• Assist in performing equipment and systems condition assessments.
• Prepare basic engineering calculations as needed.
• Develop commissioning plans, specifications, and Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) documents.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and associated control systems.
• Perform functional testing and verification of equipment and systems in the field under supervision.
• Handle other duties as assigned to support the commissioning team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Understanding and ability to communicate with internal commissioning team members.
• Willingness to learn and contribute.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of MS-Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project, Teams).
• Excellent organization and communication skills are essential
• Read and clearly speak English, follow written and verbal instructions, write legibly for logs and documentation
• Work independently and with initiative as well as within team settings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in the face of shifting projects and deadlines.
• A confident and positive attitude with colleagues and clients

Location: Remote

Travel: Up to 45%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $45,000 - $55,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Preferred

• Some college or better

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