Commissioning Technician

ABM Industries • Irving, TX • 3h ago

Overview

ABM is seeking an experienced Electrical Distribution Commissioning Technician to join our growing Power & Technical Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that low- and medium-voltage electrical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned safely, accurately, and in compliance with industry standards. You will play a critical role in verifying system integrity, optimizing performance, and supporting our clients through the energization and turnover process.

What You'll Do,

As a Commissioning Technician at ABM, you'll serve as the trusted technical leader for the startup, testing, and validation of complex power distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a daily champion of safety and Human Performance Improvement (HPI), modeling best practices for the commissioning team.

Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing jobsite environment.

Perform detailed commissioning, functional testing, and operational verification of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, breakers, transformers, and protection systems.

Verify, configure, and commission microprocessor relays-including SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse-to ensure correct protection logic, communication schemes, and system coordination.

Execute system-level testing such as end-to-end protection testing, SCADA point-to-point verification, and interlock validation.

Interpret complex electrical drawings (one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams) and proactively identify discrepancies, ensuring issues are documented and corrected.

Coordinate with engineering, construction, and client teams to resolve technical issues, clarify design requirements, and support project planning.

Develop or refine commissioning test plans and procedures to ensure project-specific scopes are executed thoroughly and consistently.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including test reports, relay settings verification, redlines, daily logs, timesheets, and expenses.

Support startup and energization planning, including outage coordination, equipment readiness checks, and safety walkdowns.

Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior technicians and commissioning support staff.

What You Bring,

4+ years of hands-on experience in electrical testing and commissioning, specifically within power distribution, protection, and control systems.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred; equivalent technical experience considered.

Demonstrated proficiency with SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse protection relays, including configuration, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

Experience with relay test equipment, CT/PT test equipment, insulation resistance testers, and other standard electrical test tools.

Strong proficiency using test software such as Pro-Test, Protection Suite, or RTS, including developing automated test routines.

Experience creating and executing commissioning test plans, FAT/SAT procedures, and turnover documentation.

Solid understanding of NERC PRC-005-6, equipment maintenance standards, and best practices for work in high-voltage substations.

Ability to interpret and evaluate engineering drawings, relay settings, and electrical logic diagrams with high attention to detail.

Strong communication skills with the ability to lead field activities, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and document test results clearly.

A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently in dynamic field environments.

Why ABM

Joining ABM means becoming part of a company committed to safety, technical excellence, and long-term customer success. We invest in our people through continual training, certification support, and opportunities to work on complex, high-profile electrical infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from a collaborative environment where expertise is valued, innovation is encouraged, and career growth is supported at every level. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a strong culture of performance and accountability, ABM provides a place where commissioning engineers can thrive and elevate their careers.

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members (https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Frontline.pdf) | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM) (https://wpe-media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Frontline%20%28Spanish%29.pdf)

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REQNUMBER: 141627

ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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