MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) invites applications for the position of Mechanical Technologist. This temporary, full-time dayshift role focuses on the proper functioning of Digital Direct Control (D.D.C.) systems across district sites.

The candidate will install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC controls, providing technical guidance to other trades and staff. A 40-hour work week from 7:00am to 3:30pm offers $38.49 per hour plus 16% in lieu of benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma with emphasis on D.D.C. systems; 3 years’ HVAC controls experience.
• Or 5 years’ experience with manufacturer training in HVAC/D.D.C.
• Valid BC Driver's License (Class 5).

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains D.D.C. systems; assists HVAC mechanics.
• Provides technical advice and training on D.D.C. and related electronics.
• Provides estimates and orders supplies for installations or repairs.
• Analyzes D.D.C. systems and reports trends; recommends solutions.
• Reads/modifies drawings; maintains knowledge of codes and regulations.
• Operates computer systems to observe and troubleshoot HVAC on site and remotely.
• Reports unsafe conditions; may be assigned to other classifications in emergencies.
• Keeps detailed records for the computerized costing system.
• Operates power and hand tools (drills, meters, etc.).

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma (with emphasis on D.D.C. Systems)

3 years’ experience installing, programming, troubleshooting HVAC controls and D.D.C. systems

5 years recent experience incl. manufacturer training

Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Tools

HVAC control systems

D.D.C. systems

Job description

School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) Invites applications for the position of:

MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Temporary, Full-Time (dayshift)

SUMMARY:

The Mechanical Technologist reports to the Assistant Director of Operations, and the Mechanical Trades Supervisor and is responsible for the proper functioning of Digital Direct Control Systems.

DUTIES:

• Installs, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains D.D.C. systems at district sites; assists HVAC Mechanics.
• Provides support, technical advice and training to other trades and district staff relating to use and maintenance of D.D.C. and other electronic equipment.
• Provides estimates and advice on new installations, repairs, or modifications; orders related supplies and equipment.
• Analyzes and interprets D.D.C. systems and reports to identify trends and problems; recommends solutions.
• Reads, understands, modifies, and maintains related technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints; maintains current working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
• Operates computer systems to observe and troubleshoot HVAC problems on site and remotely.
• Reports unsafe conditions; Work may to assigned in other classifications in times of emergency.
• Keeps a detailed account of work performed for the computerized costing system.
• Operates power and manual tools related to the job such as computer, drills, meters, etc.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma (with a strong emphasis on D.D.C. Systems) from a recognized college/institution plus three years of recent experience installing, programming, troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC controls and widely recognized D.D.C Systems OR five years recent experience as noted above including manufacturer's training.

A valid Class 5 BC Drivers' License.

The successful candidate works 40 hours per week (7:00am to 3:30pm) and the rate of pay is $38.49 per hour + 16% in lieu of benefits.

We appreciate your interest but regret that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

SD43 (Coquitlam) values diversity in the workplace and strives to honour each person's unique lived experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates with varied backgrounds, cultures, races, abilities and intersectionality.