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Instrumentation Mechanic

Halifax, NS
On-site
Posted Sep 3, 2026
1 position

$37 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 3, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Responsible for the installation, programming, and maintenance of HVAC controls and automation systems across the university campus. Duties include calibrating equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring energy efficiency in building automation.

Job details

Position Details Position Information Position Title Instrumentation Mechanic Department/Unit Facilities Management Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number FM112-26 Employee Group NSGEU Local 99 Position Type Regular, On-Going Duration of Contract (if applicable) Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0 Rate $36.64 per hour Classification Instrumentation Mechanic About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary Reporting to the Utilities Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the configuration, installation, removal, programming and maintenance of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ( HVAC ) Controls/Automations Systems on the University Campus. Key Responsibilities Installs, repairs, maintains, calibrates and commissions ventilation equipment, thermostats, sensors, controllers, variable speed drives and related controls equipment Configures , troubleshoots, installs and programs electronic controllers Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated HVAC related equipment Programs building automation systems to meet occupancy needs while maximizing energy efficiency Services low voltage controls wiring Makes recommendations for upgrading, enhancing and/or retrofitting existing equipment Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Maintains a clean work environment Assists other tradespersons as required Performs other duties as required Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Required Qualifications Valid Instrumentation Control Technician certificate of qualification with Red Seal designation as recognised by the Nova Scotia Department of Education or an Associate degree in Electronics, Mechanical Systems, Computer Technology, Air Conditioning or similar field Completion of certified trades school program preferred Five years recent and related journey person experience in construction and maintenance areas Computer literacy and Direct Digital Controls knowledge required Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints, and equipment specifications Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Ability to take direction Ability to direct others in a foreperson capacity preferred Reliable and punctual Good communication and organizational skills Knowledge of the tools of the trade Must be willing and able to work overtime, respond to after-hours calls and perform standby duties if required General safety, Confined Space, Lock Out/Tag Out, Fall Protection and WHMIS training an asset Assets Additional Information Application Consideration Bargaining unit employees are given first consideration and will be notified regarding the status of their application. All other applicants will be considered when there is no qualified internal candidate and will only be contacted if selected for an interview. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 09/03/2026 Close Date 09/16/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22130

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Red Seal Instrumentation Control Technician certificate or an Associate degree in a related technical field. Candidates must have five years of recent journey person experience and proficiency in Direct Digital Controls.