BAS Designer
- Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI Company) team today!
Position Summary:
We are currently looking for an Controls Designer Level 1 to join our growing team based out of Calgary Alberta. As an Controls Designer Level 1 you will be involved in the installation, commissioning and servicing of commercial building automation systems. This position requires a good working knowledge of PC fundamentals, PC Networking / LAN, basic electronic theory and Building Electrical / Mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering BAS solutions to our customer base within the Construction/Operation Department.
- Assist with site commissioning, point to point verifications, troubleshooting and startup of a variety of Building Automation Systems.
- Learn and demonstrate a thorough understanding of ESC Safe Work and H&S Policies.
- Understand fundamentals of how HVAC systems operate on commercial buildings.
- Work with and understand HVAC and Digital Control fundamentals
- Demonstrate working knowledge of BAS Networking and Building System Integration.
Qualifications
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Fluent in English – both written and oral.
- The ability to read and understand construction plans and specs and product documentation.
- Graduate of Post-Secondary technical or engineering program.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office.
- Medium physical duties, the ability to stand for long periods of time in a construction environment, the ability to climb ladders and at times work from heights.
- Some programming experience an asset
Why work at Ainsworth?
Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation
Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable
Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.
Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is an integrated multi-trade company, offering an end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.
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Responsibilities
The Controls Designer will assist in delivering building automation solutions to customers and help commission, verify, troubleshoot and start up building systems on site. The role also involves learning HVAC operation and BAS networking while following safety policies.
Requirements
Candidates need a post-secondary technical or engineering diploma, fluency in English, a valid driver's licence, and Microsoft Office skills. They must read construction plans and specifications, work at heights and on ladders, and stand for long periods; some programming experience is an asset.
Skills
- Building Automation Systems
- HVAC systems
- Digital controls
- BAS networking
- System commissioning
- Point-to-point verification
- Troubleshooting
- Reading construction plans and specifications
- Microsoft Office
- PC fundamentals
- LAN networking
- Basic electronic theory
- Building electrical systems
- Mechanical systems
- Programming
- Safety procedures
- Working at heights
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits
- RRSP matching
- Generous vacation
- Service milestone and peer recognition
- Employee discounts and incentives
- Hybrid working
Categories
- Construction
- Technology
- Engineering
- Energy
Keywords
- Building Automation Systems
- BAS
- HVAC
- Digital Controls
- Building Automation
- Commissioning
- Controls Technician
- Controls Designer
- BAS Networking
- Building Integration
- Point to Point Verification
- PC Networking
- LAN
- Microsoft Office
- Building Electrical
- Mechanical Systems
- Calgary
- Construction
- Ainsworth
- GDI
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Performance bonus
- Employee discount
- Wellness program
Tools
- Microsoft Office
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Technical
- Engineering