Building Automation and Access Control Technician - Training Opportunity

City of Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is seeking a Building Automation and Access Control Technician for a permanent, full-time training opportunity. The role involves maintaining and optimizing technical systems for public safety in the city's facilities, with a focus on innovation and effective problem-solving. Consider applying if you're driven to contribute to the community in a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid training opportunities

Full-time employment

Qualifications

• Must have two years' experience with access control systems.
• Familiar with building automation systems management.
• Must obtain BC Security Worker License and Security Systems Technician qualification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize building automation systems.
• Ensure public safety with the implementation of security systems.
• Provide on-the-job training for certification.

Skills

Problem-solving

System optimization

Technical maintenance

Education

Completion of Red Seal Program in Electrical, HVAC or Carpentry

Job description

Building Automation and Access Control Technician - Training Opportunity

(Permanent, Full-Time) - 1677

Close Date:
Open Until Filled

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
Are you a problem-solver who thrives in high-tech environments? Do you love optimizing systems that keep people comfortable, safe, and secure? We’re looking for a Building Automation and Access Control Technician who’s ready to take on a key role in maintaining the smart infrastructure behind the City’s facilities. This role blends maintenance, advanced tech, public safety, and real-time problem-solving. If you’re driven by innovation and value a role where your work truly matters, apply today!

The successful candidates must have the following qualifications:

1. Completion of Red Seal Program in Electrical, HVAC or Carpentry.
2. Ability to obtain two (2) years’ of on-the-job experience with access control systems, security systems and camera systems maintenance and repair.
3. Two (2) years’ previous experience in complex building automation systems management and planning, within the last five (5) years.
4. Ability to obtain BC Security Worker License within four (4) months.
5. Proficient in basic Word and basic Excel as demonstrated through testing. (70% pass rate required)
6. Ability to obtain a Skilled Trades BC qualification as a Security Systems Technician within eighteen (18) months.
7. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.
8. Ability to obtain and maintain RCMP Reliability Security Clearance. If you are unable to obtain or maintain an RCMP Reliability Security Clearance, your employment with the City will be terminated. (To be considered for an RCMP Reliability Security Clearance, applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have Permanent Resident Status in Canada. Note: individuals with Permanent Resident Status must have resided (physically present) in Canada for the last five (5) consecutive years).

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

For further information on the Building Automation and Access Control Technician position, please see the attached job description for the fully qualified position and for further information on the details around the training opportunity please see the attached terms and conditions. This position will only be filled if we are unable to fill the fully qualified Building Automation and Access Control Technician competition #1674 posting.

This position will remain open until filled. This posting may close anytime after July 4, 2025 if a qualified candidate is found.

Awarding of Training Opportunity:
To be successful for this training opportunity, applicants must meet the above requirements. Applicants are able to participate in a maximum of three training opportunities within the Department.

On-the-Job Experience and Training:
The successful candidate for this opportunity will be gaining experience towards becoming a fully qualified Building Automation and Access Control Technician. The exact length of the training opportunity may vary based on the previous experience of the successful candidate and the length of the position but will be a maximum of two years.

Pay Rate:
The successful applicant for this training opportunity will receive the pay rate of Pay Grade 13TQ (outside), $45.006 per hour to start. After successfully obtaining two (2) years’ of on-the-job experience with access control systems, security systems and camera systems maintenance and repair, the incumbent will move to a Pay Grade 14TQ (outside), $47.729, as a fully qualified Building Automation and Access Control Technician.

Time Commitment to the Position:
The successful candidate will be required to remain in the Building Automation and Access Control Technician position for a minimum of the amount of time it took the candidate to become fully qualified.

Probationary Period:
The probationary period for this position will be a maximum of 6 months or the completion of the training opportunity.

Hourly Rate
$45.006

Hours & Days of Work
Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm and on call duty

Hours per Week
40

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone.We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest.Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

To Apply
To apply for this position, please visit our website atwww.kamloops.ca/city-hall/career-opportunities