Technician, Building Automation Systems

Peel Regional Police; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental insurance

On-site fitness facilities

Career development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Peel Regional Police seeks a Technician – Building Automation Systems in its Facilities Department. You will maintain, install, and manage automated building control systems to optimise performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

Responsibilities include diagnosis, integration with security systems, and vendor coordination in a fast-paced policing environment. The role requires a BAS/digital controls background, certifications, and the ability to travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• Building Systems Engineering Technician diploma or equivalent experience.
• Niagara 4 and networking certifications (e.g., Cisco) required.
• Ontario certification such as OACETT preferred.
• Manufacturers: Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell training is an asset.
• Experience with BAS and direct digital controls and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BAS maintenance and installations across a variety of facilities.
• Diagnose software/hardware issues and verify sensor communications.
• Coordinate with IT and vendors on network and cybersecurity standards.
• Program and commission BAS controllers and support system upgrades.
• Develop SOPs and provide training for CMMS integration.
• Travel between PRP facilities and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

Skills

BAS experience

Niagara 4

Cisco cert

OACETT cert

Johnson Controls

Trane Tracer Summit

BACnet

Modbus

Education

Building Systems Engineering Technician diploma

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Johnson Controls

Siemens

Honeywell

Trane Tracer Summit

Niagara

BACnet

Modbus

Job description

Are you an ambitious and highly motivated technician with experience in building automation and maintenance? Are you looking to make the next step in your career? If so, join Peel Regional Police – one of Canada’s most progressive police services!

As a Technician – Building Automation Systems within our Facilities Department, you will be responsible for maintaining, installing, and managing automated building control systems to optimize building performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

What will your typical day look like?

• Oversees the day-to-day operations and the maintenance of BAS of a variety of buildings and facilities operated by the PRP; utilizes CMMS and works closely with Building Operators and Mechanics to complete work orders.
• Ensures continuous, optimized and energy-efficient operation of building automation systems (BAS) of a variety of systems, and optimal occupant comfort at all buildings and facilities operated by the Peel Regional Police (PRP) in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Uses building automation systems and equipment at sites, proactively monitors office temperatures, boilers, furnaces, humidifiers, compressors, chillers, air conditioners, domestic hot and cold-water supply, sanitary equipment and sewers, storm sewers and drainage, elevators, UPS, diesel and natural gas generators, electrical supply and distribution, lighting, emergency lighting to ensure all are operating effectively.
• Diagnoses software and hardware issues and perform point-to-point verification to ensure every sensor and actuator is wired correctly and communicating with a central controller, and in turn, engine. Performs preventative and reactive maintenance in the form of scheduled inspections, settings adjustments, and software upgrades to prevent system failures.
• Validates the work of external vendors and ensures they comply with preventative maintenance guidelines as per industry standards, manufacturer recommendations, and contract scope. Confirms BAS software connection with third‑party systems using industry standard protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, etc.
• Manages access to BAS and coordinates with IT Services on BAS network architecture, segmentation, patching, and adherence to Peel Regional Polic cybersecurity standards to mitigate operational technology risks.
• Supports integration of BAS with security, life safety, and access control systems, including environmental controls for CCTV head‑end rooms, holding cells, and other mission‑critical spaces.
• Verifies the reliability of equipment, analyzes equipment performance, generates trending and recommendation reports to meet climate change and other operational goals. Programs, tests, and commissions BAS controllers and software. Provides support with system upgrades and integration as well as new installations by liaising with internal stakeholders and contractors.
• Supports the asset management team by developing standard operating procedures in the form of written documentation or other media as needed for CMMS integration. Provides training workshops as directed.
• Participates in the creation of contract documents by making recommendations on scope of work for various maintenance service agreements.
• Identifies opportunities for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption in support of the Region’s Climate Change Mitigation Strategy.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with members, clients, external vendors, and peers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager – Operations.

Enough about us, lets talk about you

You are someone with:

• A Building Systems Engineering Technician diploma is required, or an equivalent combination of education and job knowledge.
• Niagara 4 Technical Certification and networking related certification such as a Cisco Certified Support Technician is required.
• An Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)) certification as a Certified Technician or Technologist is preferred.
• Manufacturer specific training from Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, or other non‑proprietary direct digital control platforms is an asset.
• Building Environmental Systems Class 1 and 2 an asset.
• Facility Management (e.g. FMA, FMP), Maintenance Management or Building Environmental Systems (BES) Class 1 or 2 designations are an asset.
• Working knowledge in maintaining mechanical, plumbing, electrical, controls and gas sensor systems.
• A minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience in building automation systems and direct digital controls with practical knowledge of building automation systems such as Johnson Controls, Trane Tracer Summit, Automated Logic, Niagara Tridium JACE 4.0, Delta, Honeywell, etc. that utilize communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP, plus three (3) years or more hands‑on experience in designing or servicing HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Networking experience preferred and plumbing experience an asset.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints, shop drawings and schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage small projects from implementation to closeout.
• Strong organization and time management skills with an ability to multitask and adjust to changing priorities.
• Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Programming and diagnostic skills and demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer centric focus demonstrating tact and diplomacy dealing with persons at all levels.
• Proven ability to build positive working relationships with contractors and vendors with an ability to read and interpret contract scope of work.
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE Standards, TSSA Regulations, Federal and Provincial legislation including Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, Building and Fire Codes.
• Awareness of operational technology cybersecurity principles as applied to building automation networks.
• Ability to perform physical work including climbing ladders, working at heights, accessing mechanical and electrical rooms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel between PRP facilities and respond to after‑hours emergencies as required.
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence (Class G) with full driving privileges.

What we offer

The salary range for this permanent, full‑time position is $74,183.00 to $124,990.00 per annum. Please note that this vacancy is a newly budgeted position.

Peel Regional Police offers a highly competitive compensation package; applicants will be considered for the top end of the range ($88,093.00 - $124,990.00) based on experience. The salary is complemented with a comprehensive benefit program, including employer‑paid Health/Dental and Life Insurance; and the OMERS Pension Plan effective upon hire.

This position DOES NOT allow for remote working arrangements.

What’s in it for you

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including 100% employer‑paid health, dental & insurance premiums for full‑time employees
• Excellent career development and access to a variety of job opportunities
• Free on‑site learning/training programs
• Work‑life balance programs & services
• Wellness protection for you and your family
• State‑of‑the‑art fitness facilities
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing service!

About us

Peel Regional Police is the second‑largest municipal police service in Ontario and the third largest in Canada, serving more than 1.5 million residents across Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto Pearson International Airport. With more than 2,400 police officers and over 1,000 civilian employees, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to meeting the needs of its communities and supporting the health and well‑being of all members. Recognized as one of the most progressive, innovative, and inclusive police services in the country, Peel Regional Police remains committed to its vision: A Safer Community Together.

The next step is yours!

Sunday, August 30, 2026, by 10:59PM.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.

Disclaimer: Peel Regional Police does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) during any stages of the recruitment process.

Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, police checks with local, provincial and out‑of‑country law enforcement agencies, if required, education credentials, credit and financial inquiries, and personal and work references.

Peel Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment and committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform Recruitment and Staff Support of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.