Control Technician - Kingston

Regulvar Inc.; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in Kingston is seeking a Control Technician specialized in building automation and instrumentation. Responsibilities include verifying installations, calibrating devices, and programming control systems. Ideal candidates will have a college diploma in a relevant field, strong knowledge of PLCs, and experience with building automation systems. The company offers competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment aimed at professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive group Insurance

Dental and eye care plan

Retirement plan (RRSP)

Continuous training programs

Qualifications

• Must have a college diploma or university degree in a relevant field.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems and programming.

Responsibilities

• Test and verify the quality of controls installations.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of devices.
• Complete programming of digital control systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and determine corrective actions.

Skills

Ability to perform physical job-related tasks

Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Knowledge in general-purpose programming languages (BASIC, C++, GCL)

Experience with Building Automation System

Eligibility to obtain federal security clearance

Education

College diploma in Instrumentation and automation or related field

Job description

Are you interested in building control? Do you enjoy taking on challenges? We are looking for a Control Technician, specialized in building automation, instrumentation, and integration, to join our team in Kingston. Our projects include different areas such as ventilation, geothermal energy, solar energy (thermal and voltaic), access, heating and cooling plant, lighting and the latest technological innovations (IoT, Data Analytic, Cloud) to meet our clients' expectations.

What you’ll do?

• Test and verify the quality of controls installations.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of detection and actuation devices.
• Complete programming of digital control systems.
• Perform system and equipment start-ups and completing the related documentation.
• Tune PID loop.
• Make GUI modifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and determining corrective actions.
• Install and terminate control devices, such as controllers, sensors, actuators, and relays.
• Provide training to clients.
• Respect health and safety policies at all times.

Must have:

• College diploma in Instrumentation and automation, Electronics, or building mechanical systems or a university diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Your Skills:

• Ability to perform physical job-related tasks.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Knowledge in general-purpose programming languages (BASIC, C++, GCL).
• Experience with Building Automation System.
• Eligibility to obtain federal security clearance, including Reliability or Secret levels, is generally required.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of HVAC.
• Knowledge of BACnet protocol.
• Knowledge of computer and telecommunication networks.
• Valid health and safety trainings: WHMIS, working at heights, locks and tags, Arc flash awareness.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Access to a vehicle.

Why join our team?

• We are offering a stable job with great working conditions.
• We provide a competitive group Insurance + dental and eye care plan.
• We offer a retirement plan (RRSP) with the employer contribution to help build and enhance your future financial security.
• We are a growing company, and we’ll help you to grow your capacity with us through our employee continuous training programs.
• We have stimulating work challenges that match your talent.
• We have a strong bonded terrific and dynamic team.

Come work with us!

Do you want to pursue a rewarding career in a dynamic work environment? Are you interested in innovative and large-scale projects? Join the great Régulvar family to reach your full potential. As building automation specialists for over 50 years, we strive every day to make buildings smart, efficient, and eco-friendly while improving occupant comfort. Join our team of over 700 employees in Quebec and Ontario to develop diverse skills and reach your full potential.

Regulvar subscribes to the principle of employment equity and invites all qualified individuals to submit their application. Consequently, Regulvar welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people of all orientations and gender identities, visible minorities and others who could contribute to greater diversity.