Commercial HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician
Company: Perfection Group
Role summary
Commercial HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician is a full-time role at Perfection Group in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-08. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Commercial HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician
- Company
- Perfection Group
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-10-08
If you're an experienced HVAC technician looking for a role focused on new installations rather than emergency repairs, this is a fantastic opportunity! You'll be working primarily with new equipment and can say goodbye to nighttime service calls, enjoying a better work-life balance with no weekend work.
Job description
Commercial HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician
Cincinnati, OH | 95% New Equipment + No Nighttime Service Work
Put your commercial HVAC experience to work commissioning new systems—not chasing neglected equipment in the middle of the night.
Perfection Group is hiring an experienced Commercial HVAC Startup & Commissioning Technician to join our Cincinnati team. Approximately 95% of the equipment you’ll work on is new , there is no nighttime service work , and weekend work is minimal.
This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on reviewing installations, performing equipment startups, resolving system issues, and confirming that complex HVAC systems operate safely and as designed. You’ll collaborate with engineers, project managers, contractors, field teams, and customers while helping expand Perfection Group’s commissioning capabilities.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
Approximately 95% of the equipment is new
No nighttime service work
Minimal weekend work
Highly technical, project-focused assignments
Exposure to a wide range of advanced commercial HVAC systems
Opportunities to develop commissioning, controls, testing, balancing, and leadership capabilities
Independence in the field with support from experienced engineering and project teams
Opportunity to grow as the commissioning team and function expand
What You’ll Get
Competitive hourly pay based on experience and technical capabilities
Overtime paid after eight hours worked in a day
Double time for work performed on observed holidays and between midnight and 6:00 a.m.
Paid drive time after the first 30 minutes of your commute each way
Take-home company vehicle with fuel, maintenance, and operating costs paid by Perfection Group
Company-provided major tools, technology, uniforms, and PPE
Safety boot reimbursement
Paid company and manufacturer technical training
Company-paid medical coverage for associate-only plans
Dental and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off and paid parental leave
Floating holiday
401(k) with company match
Annual profit sharing
Employee referral bonus program
Year-round commercial project work
The Work
You’ll start, test, troubleshoot, and commission newly installed commercial and industrial HVAC systems in Cincinnati and at project locations throughout Perfection Group’s service area.
Equipment and systems may include:
Rooftop and packaged units
Split systems and heat pumps
Make-up air and energy-recovery systems
Variable air volume and variable-volume temperature systems
VRF and VRV systems
Pumps and hydronic systems
Boilers and chillers
Cooling towers
Commercial refrigeration equipment
Building automation and equipment controls
Your responsibilities will include:
Reviewing newly installed HVAC systems for compliance with project documents, design specifications, submittals, and manufacturer requirements
Performing equipment startups, functional testing, commissioning, and system-performance verification
Reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, equipment submittals, and sequences of operation
Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, airflow, hydronic, controls, and system-integration issues
Verifying equipment interlocks, safeties, setpoints, controls, alarms, and sequences of operation
Identifying installation, design, programming, or coordination concerns and recommending practical corrective actions
Performing operational testing and analyzing system data to confirm proper performance
Communicating findings clearly to engineers, project managers, contractors, field teams, and customers
Completing accurate startup, commissioning, deficiency, and corrective-action documentation
Training customers and end users on the proper operation and maintenance of installed systems
Supporting occasional out-of-town projects when needed
Maintaining an organized company vehicle, tools, equipment, and work area
What You Bring
Significant commercial or industrial HVAC experience, typically gained through 10 or more years in the field
Strong startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, or advanced service experience
Broad knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, hydronic, airflow, and controls systems
Ability to interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, sequences of operation, equipment submittals, and technical specifications
Strong HVAC electrical skills, including interlock wiring, control circuits, safeties, and system diagnostics
Strong refrigeration skills, including diagnostics, charging, piping, and system-performance evaluation
Ability to diagnose complex system issues and develop technically sound solutions
Clear, professional communication with engineers, contractors, customers, project leaders, and field teams
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the larger project team
Strong ownership of documentation, follow-through, safety, and system performance
Air- and water-balancing experience or a desire to develop those capabilities
Willingness to support occasional out-of-town projects
Universal EPA Section 608 certification
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
A Kentucky HVAC license and OSHA 30 training are strongly preferred. Candidates who otherwise meet the technical requirements and can obtain these credentials will also be considered.
Completion of an accredited HVAC technical-school program, apprenticeship, or equivalent technical training is preferred. Comparable advanced field experience will also be considered.
You do not need to be an expert in every system listed. We’re interested in experienced HVAC professionals with broad technical knowledge, strong troubleshooting instincts, and the ability to determine whether an installation and its systems are truly ready to pe
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