Automation & Controls Technician Port Alberni, BC, Canada

Coulson Group; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulson Aviation is seeking an Automation & Controls Technician in Port Alberni, BC. This full-time position supports the design and maintenance of controls platforms, requiring onsite presence with responsibilities in application software development and equipment troubleshooting, offering a competitive hourly wage with benefits.

Benefits

Company-paid benefits

5% matching pension plan

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in relevant engineering field required.
• Experience with PLC logic languages required.
• Comfortable working independently and across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test software for logic-controlled systems.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of system controls.
• Collaborate with vendors for control components selection.

Skills

Data analysis

Programming logic controllers

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Controls, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electro Mechanical, or Hydro Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

MATLAB

Control troubleshooting tools (Multi-Meter, CAN-Sniffer)

Job description

ABOUT COULSON AVIATION

Coulson Aviation is a global aerial firefighting company operating in the USA, Canada, Australia, and South America.

We operate a fleet of large aerial firefighting aircraft, including both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, enabling rapid aerial fire suppression, initial attack, and extended attack protocols.

Coulson Aviation is part of The Coulson Group of companies, a growing organization with 65 years of experience.

Due to our growth and expanding footprint, we are seeking an Automation & Controls Technician in Port Alberni, BC.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

The Automation & Controls Technician supports the design, development, and maintenance of controls platforms. Responsibilities include contributing to all stages of controls application development, providing service and support for our aerial firefighting products and programs. Reporting to the Controls and Automation Manager, this full-time role requires onsite presence in Port Alberni, with some travel and after-hours support as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, implement, and test application software for logic-controlled systems.
• Participate in system architecture design for hardware and software.
• Provide equipment drawings, schematics, and layouts per standards.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of system controls and components.
• Collaborate with vendors to specify and select control components.
• Develop and improve testing and calibration procedures.
• Assist in creating application support documentation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or Diploma in Controls, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electro Mechanical, or Hydro Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in programming logic controllers.
• Experience with PLC logic languages: LD, FBD, SFC, ST, IL.
• Data analysis skills using Excel and MATLAB.
• Familiarity with MS Office suite: Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word.
• Experience with control troubleshooting tools like Multi-Meter and CAN-Sniffer.
• Knowledge of CANbus and/or Modbus protocols is an asset.
• Experience with bulk material handling or mobile applications is an asset.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Comfortable working across multiple locations and time zones.

BENEFITS:

• Hourly wage of $28.25 - $30, depending on experience.
• Company-paid benefits and a 5% matching pension plan.

We promote diversity, equity, and a harassment-free workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Please notify us if you require accommodations during the application process.