Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering Service. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.

TEST AND BALANCE/CLEANROOM TECHNICIAN
The Test and Balance/Cleanroom Technician will perform preventative maintenance, in addition to certified testing, correcting, and balancing specialized heating, and cooling of ventilation systems of large local commercial areas.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Inspect and perform equipment repairs and replacements.
Perform certifications for fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets.
Measure and document both viable and non-viable particulates.
Ability to identify and troubleshoot various air handling systems, exhaust systems, ductwork, and fluid flow equipment associated with commercial and industrial HVAC applications.
Respond to emergency maintenance and service requests
Review and analyze data for reporting.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Other tasks and duties as they arise.
Interest and ability to join local union.

Education:

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of previous Test and Balance/ Cleanroom experience is required.
Ability to understand HVAC systems and HVAC control systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and Visio.
Working knowledge of fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Keen attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Excellent customer service and professional communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and excel in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions.
Team mindset – flexible to help where the team will benefit most and develop effective professional relationships
Demonstrates a sense of urgency as required.

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly range for this position has been established at $26.00 to $60.00 per hour and is US Engineering Service’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, specialty, and training.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. To apply, please visit https://www.usengineering.com/careers/job-postings/.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
U.S. Engineering Service is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
U.S. Engineering Service is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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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