BAS Technician

Socket.dev; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a BAS Technician to operate, program, monitor and optimize building management systems across a campus of facilities. You will support commissioning, training, preventative maintenance and energy management to reduce operating costs.

Responsibilities include programming HVAC equipment, integrating BAS with third‑party systems, testing controls, and maintaining documentation. Strong knowledge of HVAC and BAS installation is essential.

Qualifications

• High school completion plus training or equivalent experience in Building Management Systems.
• JCI Metasys specific experience and training highly desired.
• Minimum 5+ years related experience.
• Proven ability to self-learn, utilize existing and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance to ensure the highest level of efficiency without disruption to the business.
• Diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems.
• Repairs/replaces BMS devices, controllers, cabling, and components as required.
• Troubleshoots/repairs mechanical and electrical systems.
• Maintain system reliability, occupant comfort and operational efficiency.
• Monitors system performance, alarms, faults, user access permissions and cybersecurity controls.
• Provides training to all site operations teams to include as part of onboarding process and reoccurring training.
• Be a part of an on-call rotation.

Skills

HVAC systems

BMS programming

System integration

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

BMS training or equivalent

Tools

JCI Metasys

Job description

SUMMARY

The BAS Technician is responsible for the operation, programming, monitoring, graphics, commissioning support, client training, preventative maintenance, energy management and operating cost reduction at a campus of facilities. The BAS Technician will be a key team member who works on a wide variety of assigned tasks to meet the needs of our clients.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance

• Performs maintenance to ensure the highest level of efficiency without disruption to the business
• Diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems
• Repairs/replaces BMS devices, controllers, cabling, and components as required
• Troubleshoots/repairs mechanical and electrical systems
• Maintain system reliability, occupant comfort and operational efficiency
• Monitors system performance, alarms, faults, user access permissions and cybersecurity controls
• Provides technical assistance to team members
• Escalates issues to the maintenance team lead as needed
• Provides training to all site operations teams to include as part of onboarding process and reoccurring training
• Performs routine maintenance tasks in accordance with BGIS Safety Policy and Procedures
• Be a part of an on-call rotation

Building Automation Systems and Software

• Programming and graphics of HVAC equipment via software and verify system performance.
• Integrate building automation software with third-party systems via network connections and integration.
• Simulate sequences of operations to verify proper operating parameters of systems and their performance by using the necessary software.
• Download software to controllers and completion of on-site adjustments where necessary.
• Test, inspect, and troubleshoot low-voltage power equipment and systems, network communications, peripherals, valves, actuators, relays, and sensors during commissioning.
• Verify the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems related to the BAS.
• Perform inspections, tests, adjustments, and evaluations of low voltage electronic components and assemblies in accordance with manufacturer specifications and tolerances.
• Utilize technical manuals and written instructions when deemed necessary to calibrate electrical and electronic equipment and instruments.

Commissioning BAS Systems

• Commission BAS systems verify end-to-end and report/resolve anomalies.
• Provide commissioning verification checklists to the appropriate Project Manager throughout the commissioning process of projects.

Best Practice and Knowledge Maintenance

• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment & mechanical components and how it is related to control strategies and theories.

Documentation and Reporting

• Provide BMS programming, configuration and database records
• Provide graphics, schedules, sequence-of-operation documentation, and system architecture documentation
• Create energy consumption and KPI trend reports
• Provide backup verification and disaster recovery records
• Provide assistance in preparing specifications and reports for related projects of responsibility by collecting and compiling operational data.
• Completes service reports and PM checklists

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• High school completion plus training or equivalent experience in Building Management Systems
• JCI Metasys specific experience and training highly desired
• Proven ability to self-learn, utilize existing and new technologies.
• Minimum 5+ years related experience.
• Proficient in multiple system integration strategies and applications.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work in a process driven environment.
• Effective time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Extensive knowledge of BAS system installation and design.
• Extensive Knowledge of multiple system integration strategies and applications.
• Extensive knowledge of network wiring standards and protocols.
• Current knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards