MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions→
Test & Balance Technician
Entry LevelOn-site
Location
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Salary
$83k–$177k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
1 month ago
Skills
hvac testbalancecertification tabcertification nebbdigital multimetersairflow metersinfrared camerasleak detectorstemperature-humidity meters
Job Description
Summary: MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is the Northwest's leading mechanical contracting firm, specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and automation systems for commercial buildings. They are seeking an HVAC Test and Balance Technician to perform certified and non-certified TAB services on commercial HVAC systems, ensuring system performance aligns with engineered design plans while collaborating with clients and project teams.
Responsibilities:
- Perform certified and non-certified TAB services on commercial HVAC systems
- Verify system performance against engineered design plans
- Support a variety of commercial retail, design-build, and healthcare projects using company-provided tools while collaborating with clients and trade partners
- Produce accurate, high-quality TAB readings and reports that align with design expectations
- Ensure proper balancing and operation of HVAC systems through verification of performance
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with project teams, GC partners, and field crews
Required Qualifications:
- Experienced TAB technicians encouraged to apply, including those not yet certified
- Candidates must begin certification process within 90 days of hire (company supports training and preparation)
- One-year employment commitment applies for company-funded certifications
- Experience performing TAB work or using specialized tools such as digital multimeters, airflow meters, infrared cameras, leak detectors, and temperature-humidity meters
- Ability to produce accurate, detailed TAB reports aligned with design intent
- Highly accountable and trustworthy
- Someone with a strong work ethic and consistent, high-quality execution
- An excellent communicator and collaborative teammate
- Results-driven and goal-oriented
- A proactive problem-solver with strong technical instincts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification preferred; equivalent TAB experience accepted with commitment to certify
Required Skills: HVAC Test, Balance, Certification TAB, Certification NEBB
Important Skills: Digital Multimeters, Airflow Meters, Infrared Cameras, Leak Detectors, Temperature-Humidity Meters
Benefits: Includes sign-on bonus and licensing considerations., Benefits are administered by the Union.
Benefits
Includes sign-on bonus and licensing considerations.
Benefits are administered by the Union.