Senior BAS Technician - Projects

Ainsworth Inc; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 49,593 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Comprehensive compensation package

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Ainsworth Inc is seeking a Senior BAS Technician in Ottawa. You will lead onsite BAS installation and commissioning activities for construction projects, ensuring adherence to project specifications and schedules.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in BAS environments and a strong understanding of HVAC systems. Benefits include health insurance and a competitive hourly pay ranging from $36.00 to $50.00.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in BAS installation, commissioning, or construction environments.
• Proven experience programming and commissioning BAS controllers and supervisory systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and control strategies.
• Fluent in French is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite BAS installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Execute project scope in accordance with project specifications.
• Identify and communicate constructability issues and technical risks.
• Support project closeout activities including documentation and customer turnover.

Skills

BAS installation experience

HVAC systems understanding

BAS controller programming

Ability to read drawings

Fluent in English

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary technical or engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation

Job description

Job Summary

We are currently looking for Senior BAS Technicians to join our growing Ottawa BAS team. The individual will work with the project team and report directly to the BAS Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead onsite BAS installation, commissioning, and startup activities for construction projects
• Execute project scope in accordance with drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and schedules
• Coordinate daily field activities with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other trades
• Identify constructability issues, field variances, and technical risks and communicate solutions proactively
• Support project closeout activities, including verification, documentation, and customer turnover
• Show an understanding of HVAC and DDC fundamentals, as well as Schneider Electric, Trane, Siemens, Automated Logic, or other BACnet BAS product portfolio and end devices
• Complete Schneider Electric product‑specific training prior to factory training
• Demonstrate working knowledge of BAS networking and system integration

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in BAS installation, commissioning, or construction environments
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and control strategies (AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, etc.)
• Proven experience programming and commissioning BAS controllers and supervisory systems
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and network diagrams
• Direct experience with Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO) considered and asset
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Ainsworth
• Pass security screening as required by Ainsworth’s Government clients and/or must be bondable; reliability clearance an asset
• Fluent in English – both written and oral; fluent in French is a definite asset
• Graduate of post‑secondary technical or engineering program
• Fluent in Microsoft Office, including Visio or scripted programming language
• Medium physical duties: ability to stand for long periods, climb ladders, work from heights (with fall arrest protection provided)
• Some travel may be requested; Ainsworth will reimburse travel expenses including mileage for driving

Pay: $36.00 – $50.00 per hour. Actual salaries vary based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and alignment with market data.

Benefits: Health insurance, additional rewards, and benefits as part of a comprehensive compensation package.

EEO Statement

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply, and any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.