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Startup Technician

Job Title: Startup Technician

Department: Project Integrations

Reports To: Startup Superintendent

Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: 40+ hours per week

Pay Range: $35.00 - $50.00/hour

About VHV Company:

VHV is a full-service mechanical construction contractor specializing in high-quality plumbing, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients across Vermont and New Hampshire. Headquartered in Winooski, VT, we've been building trusted relationships and delivering innovative solutions for over 75 years.

At VHV, you're not just an employee-you're an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value teamwork, integrity, safety, continuous improvement, and treating each other with respect. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and growth.

Our Core Values:

• Know & Do What's Right
• Committed to Improvement
• Team Focus

Our Core Focus:

Hire, Promote, Reward, Repeat

Position Description

The Startup Technician is responsible for leading and executing equipment startup, system setup, and commissioning activities for commercial construction and startup-only projects. This role ensures systems are tested, operational, and ready for owner turnover while supporting field execution, documentation, and team development. The Startup Technician also mentors apprentices and contributes technical expertise to project teams while continuously expanding skills across a broad range of equipment and systems.

Desired Character Traits

Team player, integrity, dependability, detail oriented, solid decision-making skills, driven, approachable, punctual, high standards for quality and excellence, good customer service skills.

Responsibilities