Factory Acceptance Test Tech II
KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing, Houston, TX, United States
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Technician II
Position Overview: The role of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Technician II is to perform shop inspections and testing of company equipment prior to shipment. This includes visual and detailed inspections of mechanical and electrical/controls systems, troubleshooting and minor repairs per established project documents and checklists. The position requires close interface with the Operations Department, Project Engineers and Project Managers, and with other FAT Technicians.
Key Job Responsibilities
Perform Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Architectural Visual inspections
Perform Tagging/Labeling Checks
Perform PID Walkdown
Perform Major Mechanical Equipment Inspections (Chillers, Pumps, Heat Exchangers, Fans, etc.)
Perform Electrical Visual inspections
Perform Major Electrical Equipment Inspections (Switchboards, Panels, ATS’s, UPS’s, MCC’s, Transformers, VFD Drives)
Verify LV & MV Power Cable Installations
Perform Electrical Testing
Perform LV (480V) Cable Meggering
Perform Pre‑Energization Electrical Panel Inspections
Safely Energize Power Distribution Equipment (Switchboards, Panels, ATS’s, UPS’s, MCC’s, Transformers, VFD Drives, Local Controllers, Lighting Panels, etc.)
Perform Small Power System Testing (Lighting, Receptacles)
Perform Soft Starter Setup/Configuration & Rotational Check
Perform VFD Setup/Configuration & Rotational Check
Perform Controls Verifications including:
Visual Inspections
Initial Energization Checks (Local Controllers, PLC’s, End-Devices)
Verify and/or modify Software/Firmware configurations to Local Controllers, VFD’s, PLC’s
Point to Point Wiring Testing
Tagging/Labeling Verifications
I/O Functional Tests of AI/AO/DI/DO Devices with End of Line Testers, or Hand‑held meters
Instrument Function Testing & Scale Verification
Automated Valve Testing
HVAC Unit Pre‑Energization & Startup (Bard/AirSys Type units)
Complete Checklists for all activities in Autodesk Construction Cloud
Issue Punchlist items for all defects identified
Train others in performing factory acceptance testing
Other tasks as assigned by leadership
Job Skills
Highly Detail Oriented
Strong Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude
Problem Solver mindset
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and specifications
Ability to communicate clearly, written and verbal, with various levels of management, customers, vendors, and other employees
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and make recommendations for resolution
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe
Work with minimal supervision in the accomplishment of duties
Education & Training
High school diploma or equivalent
HVAC Trade school and/or apprenticeship training preferred
Military training and/or technical work experience could be considered in lieu of trade school certification
Minimum Requirements
Ten years or more project field experience is required in construction support, startup, repair, and maintenance work. Modular Shop Experience also considered acceptable
Five years or more managing a team in an industrial shop for field environment
Experience with verification of compliance with ASHRAE, ASME, and other relevant codes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in understanding and interpreting schematic drawings
Ability to work with standard controls systems
Must be detailed and organized with the ability to work with all craft support
Proficient in understanding and following electrical safety procedures
Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and communication networks
Must know how to use the following equipment:
Hi Pot Tester
Multi‑meter
Phase Rotation meter
Megger
Amp Clamps
Signal Generator/Hart Communicator
Laptop and Tablet Computers
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of PLC (Program Logic Controller) troubleshooting
Knowledge of VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) Configuration & troubleshooting
Journeyman electrical license
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Position is at 95%-100% inside a manufacturing shop environment. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading.
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Position Overview: The role of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Technician II is to perform shop inspections and testing of company equipment prior to shipment. This includes visual and detailed inspections of mechanical and electrical/controls systems, troubleshooting and minor repairs per established project documents and checklists. The position requires close interface with the Operations Department, Project Engineers and Project Managers, and with other FAT Technicians.
Key Job Responsibilities
Perform Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Architectural Visual inspections
Perform Tagging/Labeling Checks
Perform PID Walkdown
Perform Major Mechanical Equipment Inspections (Chillers, Pumps, Heat Exchangers, Fans, etc.)
Perform Electrical Visual inspections
Perform Major Electrical Equipment Inspections (Switchboards, Panels, ATS’s, UPS’s, MCC’s, Transformers, VFD Drives)
Verify LV & MV Power Cable Installations
Perform Electrical Testing
Perform LV (480V) Cable Meggering
Perform Pre‑Energization Electrical Panel Inspections
Safely Energize Power Distribution Equipment (Switchboards, Panels, ATS’s, UPS’s, MCC’s, Transformers, VFD Drives, Local Controllers, Lighting Panels, etc.)
Perform Small Power System Testing (Lighting, Receptacles)
Perform Soft Starter Setup/Configuration & Rotational Check
Perform VFD Setup/Configuration & Rotational Check
Perform Controls Verifications including:
Visual Inspections
Initial Energization Checks (Local Controllers, PLC’s, End-Devices)
Verify and/or modify Software/Firmware configurations to Local Controllers, VFD’s, PLC’s
Point to Point Wiring Testing
Tagging/Labeling Verifications
I/O Functional Tests of AI/AO/DI/DO Devices with End of Line Testers, or Hand‑held meters
Instrument Function Testing & Scale Verification
Automated Valve Testing
HVAC Unit Pre‑Energization & Startup (Bard/AirSys Type units)
Complete Checklists for all activities in Autodesk Construction Cloud
Issue Punchlist items for all defects identified
Train others in performing factory acceptance testing
Other tasks as assigned by leadership
Job Skills
Highly Detail Oriented
Strong Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude
Problem Solver mindset
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and specifications
Ability to communicate clearly, written and verbal, with various levels of management, customers, vendors, and other employees
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and make recommendations for resolution
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe
Work with minimal supervision in the accomplishment of duties
Education & Training
High school diploma or equivalent
HVAC Trade school and/or apprenticeship training preferred
Military training and/or technical work experience could be considered in lieu of trade school certification
Minimum Requirements
Ten years or more project field experience is required in construction support, startup, repair, and maintenance work. Modular Shop Experience also considered acceptable
Five years or more managing a team in an industrial shop for field environment
Experience with verification of compliance with ASHRAE, ASME, and other relevant codes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in understanding and interpreting schematic drawings
Ability to work with standard controls systems
Must be detailed and organized with the ability to work with all craft support
Proficient in understanding and following electrical safety procedures
Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and communication networks
Must know how to use the following equipment:
Hi Pot Tester
Multi‑meter
Phase Rotation meter
Megger
Amp Clamps
Signal Generator/Hart Communicator
Laptop and Tablet Computers
Preferred Requirements
Knowledge of PLC (Program Logic Controller) troubleshooting
Knowledge of VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) Configuration & troubleshooting
Journeyman electrical license
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Position is at 95%-100% inside a manufacturing shop environment. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading.
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