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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The BAS Service Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, programming, and troubleshooting of building automation and DDC systems in occupied buildings. They must also coordinate with clients, perform equipment startups, and ensure total customer satisfaction through effective communication.
Job details
If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today! Job Summary: The BAS Service Technician will work within occupied buildings on behalf of our customers. The technician will be responsible for various BAS preventative maintenance tasks, programming & graphic changes, possible HVAC equipment startups, and commissioning and troubleshooting of DDC Systems with minimal supervision. This position requires flexibility to work overtime as the business needs (on call). Key Responsibilities: * Understand and have knowledge of building mechanical/electrical/control systems and equipment, typical BAS controls systems and devices * Effective and timely communication at the highest possible level * Total customer satisfaction, internal and external * Perform site-specific training for owner/operator * Professional and expedient conflict resolution * Perform system startups, and network connections, create and modify graphics interfaces as required * Point-to-point functional testing of equipment/systems * Documenting and record-keeping of one’s work * Coordinates and communicates with clients and dispatchers. * Adherence to schedules and deadlines * Attention to safety protocols * Use of hand tools and testing equipment Qualifications: * High School or GED required. * Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year College or technical school with a certificate in Instrumentation, Automation, AAS, BAS preferred. * At least two years of experience as a BAS Service Technician * Proficient with: Microsoft Office Suite * Good understanding of the Canadian Electrical Code. FSR-B is an asset. * Knowledge of Wireshark and Network Captures * Strong written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills * Resourceful, problem-solver that is energetic and able to manage multiple priorities * Must have a valid driver’s license and hold a clean driving record * Willing to work after hours and on an on-call rotational basis * Problem-solving solid abilities (electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving, networking) * Knowledge of programming, access, and surveillance systems, fire alarm, and network topology * Focused and detail orientated * Team player that functions well in a busy environment * Able to work independently and manage time effectively While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request. GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.
What you’ll do
The BAS Service Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, programming, and troubleshooting of building automation and DDC systems in occupied buildings. They must also coordinate with clients, perform equipment startups, and ensure total customer satisfaction through effective communication.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least two years of experience as a BAS Service Technician and possess a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in a related technical field preferred. A valid driver's license and a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems are required.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Employee programs
Listed skills
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
- Wireshark · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Building automation systems
- Preventative maintenance
- HVAC equipment
- DDC systems
- Troubleshooting
- Electrical systems
- Mechanical systems
- Network connections
- Graphic interfaces
- Functional testing
- Instrumentation
- Automation
- Wireshark
- Network topology
- Fire alarm systems
- Access control
- Hand Tools
- Electrical Control Systems
- Electrical/Electronic Troubleshooting
- Resourcefulness
- Workplace Inclusivity
- Energetic
- Record Keeping
- Good Driving Record
- Valid Driver's License
- HVAC
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
- Electrical Codes
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Functional Testing
- Network Topology
- Innovation
- Interpersonal Communications
- Problem Solving
- Preventive Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Network Connections
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Team Oriented
- Refurbishment
- Commissioning
Job areas
- Trades
- Technology
- Construction
- Engineering
- Energy
- Bas Technician
- Industrial Automation Technician
- Electrical Engineering Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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