CONTROLS TECHNICIAN

Rank Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/dental benefits

GRRSP matching program

Goodlife Fitness discount

Job summary

Rank Group in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Controls Technician to join our team. The Controls Technician will test, program, startup, and perform preventative maintenance of the Building Automation Systems (BAS) within our portfolio.

Responsibilities include diagnosing BAS issues, meeting with tenants, coordinating with the Chief Building Engineer, calibration, commissioning, documentation, and training colleagues.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial controls experience in HVAC, DDC, software and device calibration.
• Relevant technical degree or diploma.
• Knowledge of Distech controls systems would be a strong asset.
• Excellent communication, customer service skills and team player.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose BAS operational and control issues, recommending corrective actions.
• Meeting with tenants and clients regarding BAS issues and remedial actions.
• Work closely with the Chief Building Engineer to ensure the Access Control System functions properly.
• Diagnose issues with the Access Control System and recommend appropriate actions.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and subtrades as required.
• Perform software/hardware calibration required for proper equipment and system operation.
• Report BAS deficiencies between design-build documents and actuals.
• Liaise with contractors to commission and startup the Building Automation Systems for new builds.
• Complete project commissioning documentation for the owner if required.
• Maintain ongoing project as-built documentation.
• Assist the Chief or Owner if equipment trending is required.
• Provide training and information to colleagues on BAS for cross-training.
• Work safely and in adherence to OH&S regulations.
• Report unusual situations to the Chief Building Engineer.
• Maintain clear and orderly work areas.

Skills

Controls experience

Communication

Customer service

Team player

Driver's license

Education

Technical degree or diploma

Tools

Distech controls

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships. With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada. Rank Group is currently seeking a Controls Technician to join our team. The Controls Technician will be responsible for testing, programming, starting up, and preventative maintenance of the Building Automation Systems (BAS) within the company’s portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and diagnosing BAS operational and control issues, recommending appropriate corrective actions;
• Meeting with tenants and clients regarding BAS issues and remedial actions, if required;
• Working closely with the Chief Building Engineer to ensure the Access Control System functions properly;
• Diagnosing issues with the Access Control System and recommend appropriate actions;
• Working closely with subcontractors and subtrades as required;
• Performing software/hardware calibration required for proper equipment and system operation;
• Reporting any BAS deficiencies between design build documents and actuals;
• Liaising with contractors to commission and startup the Building Automation Systems for any new builds;
• Completing project commissioning documentation for owner if required;
• Maintaining on-going project as-built documentation;
• Assisting the Chief or Owner if equipment trending is required;
• Providing training and information to colleagues on BAS to ensure appropriate levels of cross-training;
• Working safely and in adherence to all OH&S legislation and regulations;
• Reporting unusual situations to the Chief Building Engineer;
• Maintaining clear and orderly work areas.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial controls experience, including HVAC systems, DDC systems, software, and device calibration;
• Relevant technical degree or diploma;
• Knowledge of Distech controls systems would be a strong asset;
• Excellent communication, customer service skills and team player;
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health/dental benefits
• GRRSP matching program
• Goodlife Fitness discount