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U.S. Engineering

Builds and maintains mechanical building systems

Test and Balance Technician

Full-Time
$46 - $50/hr+ Year-end performance bonus
Junior
Westminster, CO, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • At least 2 years of previous Test and Balance experience is required.
  • Ability to understand HVAC systems and HVAC control systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and Visio.
  • Ability to identify and troubleshoot air handling systems, exhaust systems, ductwork, and fluid flow equipment associated with commercial and industrial HVAC applications.
  • Keen attention to detail and good organizational skills.
  • Customer service and professional communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to work flexibly to support team needs and develop effective professional relationships.
  • Ability to demonstrate a sense of urgency as required.
  • Physical stamina for long-term overhead HVAC work and extended hours or workdays.
  • Ability to work carefully to avoid injury, including following lifting practices and steps and ladder safety.
  • Ability to work safely with powered construction tools.
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen and be able to pass drug screens during employment.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future employment visa sponsorship.
  • Interest and ability to join the local union.
Responsibilities
  • Inspect equipment and perform repairs and replacements.
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance.
  • Respond to emergency maintenance and service requests.
  • Review and analyze data for reporting.
  • Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as they arise.

About the company

U.S. Engineering builds and maintains heating, cooling, plumbing and other mechanical systems for commercial and institutional facilities. Its businesses handle construction and renovations, with teams that plan systems, install equipment and keep buildings operating after handoff. Metalworks manufactures piping and sheet metal assemblies away from the job site, while Innovations coordinates projects around prefabricated systems. The group works for building owners and contractors through construction projects, fabrication orders and service agreements. Its U.S. operating roots date to 1893, and U.S. Engineering Holdings is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Kansas City, MO

Founded

1893

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What believers are saying

  • Skills development has several routes: U.S. Engineering advertises field training, mentorship, leadership development and continuing education.
  • Education savings receive employer support: U.S. Engineering advertises contributions to 529 education savings plans.
  • Manufacturing capacity expanded: September 2026 Metalworks opened a Lawrence facility and projected 30 additional positions during its first year.

What critics are saying

  • Project leaders own cost control: Innovations' Senior Project Manager forecasts profitability monthly and adjusts execution plans.
  • Routine site travel limits flexibility: Innovations' Senior Project Manager position requires daily driving to projects.
  • Manufacturing involves physical work: Metalworks' Lawrence Production Associate listing specifies ladder climbing, kneeling and lifting.

What makes U.S. Engineering unique

  • Metalworks reaches distant projects: it reports product deliveries to 48 states, including Hawaii.
  • Production visibility spans the order: Metalworks connects quoting, manufacturing tracking, quality checks and delivery through proprietary technology.
  • Clean fabrication has a dedicated environment: Johnstown uses a cleanroom certified to the ISO 5 cleanliness standard.

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