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Operation Technical Specialist

Provides technical support for production operations at the Edmonton manufacturing plant, focusing on AHU and modular datacenter manufacturing. Responsibilities include manpower planning, line layout optimization, and liaising between engineering and field teams to ensure delivery dates are met.

  • On-site
  • Nisku, AB
  • Posted Jul 17, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Job Description This position is responsible for technical support of production operations at Edmonton manufacturing plant(s). Extensive AHU and modular datacenter manufacturing knowledge is essential as the role requires significant involvement in manpower planning, line layout input and production viability to meet ROJ dates. This position engages with business partners both internal and external to ensure continued development and advancement set forth to meet the increasingly challenging customer demands both in innovation and delivery. Roles & Responsibilities Is responsible for fostering a world class Health and Safety culture. By providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to employees at all levels within the manufacturing facilities. Act as proxy for Plant Manager when absence Ensure all requirements are met to meet ROJ dates as committed to the customer as well as internal/external FWT dates. Review and provide feedback on RFQ package to ensure production of unit. Assess requirements by trade – testing, electrical, and mechanical to support standardization and efficiency improvements of staff and build processes. Fill in for supervisor absences Direct input on plant layouts, establish cycle times, identify specific equipment to meet production requirements. Review station by station performance and support production supervision in execution of daily goals Improve margin on product by providing solutions to remove hours from the build without sacrificing safety or quality Liaise between field team, Engineering / Design drafting team in resolving build issues including but not limited to, scope gaps, drawing installation methodology, IWO information , coordination of material transport. Provide essential information between project management and 3rd party installers to coordinate factory installations. Provide direction when addressing CDEs (comply, deviate, exceptions) Work with manufacturing and quality control team to ensure product meets the expectations outlined by engineering, applicable codes, and company standards. SME input when creating installation SOP’s. Propose changes or modification to plans to enhance operations and efficiency of systems, plans, and specifications. Provide engineering/ design team with support on design conceptualization to mitigate field related issues and ease of constructability. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Journeyman Tradesman or equivalent (minimum 10yrs exp). Comprehensive experience in both field and commissioning of Modular Data Centre’s and AHU’s Extensive knowledge of Modular Data Centre/AHU constructability. Technical and working knowledge of internal and industry design and construction codes and standards. Knowledge of electrical theory and safety. Proven planning, organizational, problem solving, and decision-making skills, supplemented with a practical aptitude. Strong problem identification and resolution skills. Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams. Commitment to continuous technical learning and personal development. Working Conditions Industrial, Field, and Office environment. Occasional travel to field worksite locations, assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Contacts Communication both internal and external facing. Field presence as required. Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.

What you’ll do

Provides technical support for production operations at the Edmonton manufacturing plant, focusing on AHU and modular datacenter manufacturing. Responsibilities include manpower planning, line layout optimization, and liaising between engineering and field teams to ensure delivery dates are met.

Requirements

Requires a Journeyman Tradesman or equivalent with at least 10 years of experience in the field and commissioning of Modular Data Centres and AHUs. Must possess extensive knowledge of construction codes, electrical theory, and the ability to read technical blueprints.

Listed skills

  • Project managementPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Manpower Planning
  • Line Layout Design
  • Production Viability
  • Health and Safety Culture
  • Trade Assessment
  • Cycle Time Establishment
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Technical Diagram Interpretation
  • Commissioning
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Technical Communication
  • SOP Creation
  • Design Conceptualization
  • Constructability Analysis
  • Project Coordination
  • Electrical Theory
  • Planning
  • Building Codes
  • Construction
  • Communication
  • Conceptualization
  • Constructability
  • Engineering Design Process
  • Drawing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Innovation
  • Project Management
  • Mentorship
  • Operations
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Coaching
  • Safety Culture
  • Coordinating
  • Quality Control

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Management & Leadership
  • Technical Specialist
  • Scheduler / Operations Coordinator
  • Stock Clerks
  • Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
10+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week