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Position Title: Commissioning Junior Associate (Summer Internship)
Position Location: Looking for interns located near one of our full-time project sites in Ashburn, VA / Columbus, OH / Covington, GA / Prineville, OR)
SALARY
DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.
JOB SUMMARY
The Commissioning Junior Associate will have the opportunity to engage in comprehensive training to learn to provide technical support to plan, schedule and execute full life cycle commissioning of critical facilities. This person observes and participates in the MEP design review process and in functional testing of complex electrical and mechanical systems.
The Commissioning Junior Associate will rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. They will work under immediate supervision and learn to navigate the business environment. This person will be expected to learn company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with On-site Inspection, Validation, Testing and Verification of Electrical and Mechanical Equipment (50%)
Observe and participate in factory witness testing
Observe startup activities
Learn to use technical equipment to perform testing
Observe and learn about functional testing of equipment and electrical, mechanical and controls systems
Troubleshoot system components
Assist with Development of Testing Plans and Procedures (20%)
Assist in the development of commissioning plans
Assist with preparation of pre-functional checklists
Assist with preparation of functional performance test scripts
Assist in the Review of Construction Related Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (15%)
Learn to review shop drawings and submittals
Learn to review sequence of operations
Assist in commissioning focused design reviews
Reporting (15%)
Assist in the preparation of project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Assist in preparation and contributes to final commissioning report
Manage personal hours using company tools
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (BEGINNER LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED)
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and controls system principles
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands must be met by the 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
Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces
Frequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment
On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment
On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Local travel to one of our project sites in Ashburn, VA / Columbus, OH / Covington, GA / Prineville, OR
Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No education or experience required
DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!