RQ Construction is a full-service Design-Build company, headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with secondary support operations located in Jacksonville, NC. We offer management of projects throughout the United States, with our field operations' team members who work on location for each of our projects. We currently have a backlog of work of $1B in CA, WA, VA, NC, SC, FL and also Guantanamo Cuba and Puerto Rico. We specialize in fast-track projects in new commercial construction with a primary focus in the Department of Defense market.\n

We are looking for a Mechanical Start-Up Technician to join our Mechanical Department in Jacksonville, NC. This position is responsible for overall start-up of mechanical equipment, and assisting with the commissioning process for federal construction projects. The Start-Up technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that building systems and equipment are installed, tested, and functioning properly according to manufacturer specifications, and industry guidelines. \n

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE\n\nA high school diploma or GED is the preferred minimum formal education for this position. HVAC Trade school certificate or equivalent may also be qualifying for this position. \nFour (4) or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience in the mechanical industry, with emphasis on HVAC maintenance and service required; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred. \nValid factory start-up certifications preferred.\nEPA-608 Certification (Refrigerant Recovery) preferred. \nCPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour Certifications required; training in these and other areas can be provided. \n\n

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.\n

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).