Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Mackenzie | Department: Operations | Reporting to: Data Center Facilities Manager | Work Location Type: #onsite

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician is a vital contributor to the safe, reliable, and high-performance operations of our Mackenzie, BC facility. In this role, you will maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize critical control systems-including BMS, EMS, and EPMS-ensuring seamless performance in a mission-critical environment.

We're looking for a skilled and detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise and proven troubleshooting capabilities. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced industrial settings, takes pride in operational excellence, and is committed to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of complex systems that keep our facility running at its best.

Job requirements

Education & Experience
• Diploma or degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience with instrumentation and control systems in mission-critical, industrial, or utility environments (data center, power plant, refinery, forestry or manufacturing).
• Experience with PLC, VFD, or SCADA/BMS systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar).
• Familiarity with air and liquid cooling systems, valves, pressure sensors, flow sensors, temperature transmitters, and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, OPC, Ethernet/IP).

Technical Skills
• Strong understanding of instrumentation calibration and loop-checking.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, including chillers, pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, control schematics, and one-lines.
• Proficiency in CMMS systems and digital work-order management tools.

Soft Skills
• Strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-pressure, 24/7 environments.

Job responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance
• Perform routine inspection, testing, and calibration of sensors, transmitters, flow meters, actuators, and control devices for air and liquid cooling systems.
• Maintain Building Management System (BMS), Environmental Monitoring System (EMS), and Equipment Power Monitoring System (EPMS).
• Monitor and adjust control parameters to optimize system performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.
• Support the integration and operation of liquid-cooled rack manifolds, heat dissipation units (HDUs), and air-handling controls.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on PLC-based control panels, SCADA, field devices, and communication networks.

Controls & Instrumentation Support
• Execute maintenance on control loops, PID controllers, and instrumentation associated with cooling manifolds, HDUs and all related monitoring systems.
• Support commissioning, firmware upgrades, and logic validation for BMS and PLC systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure configuration changes are properly documented and validated.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings, calibration logs, and configuration backups.

Reliability & Incident Response
• Respond to alarms and anomalies from the BMS, EPMS, or DCIM systems, diagnose issues, and restore normal operations.
• Assist in root-cause analysis (RCA) for control-related incidents or system interruptions.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Participate in testing and verification during emergency power transfers, load bank tests, and system reconfigurations.

Compliance, Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain calibration certificates, inspection records, and test documentation in compliance with internal QA and regulatory standards.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies (LOTO, arc flash, electrical safety, etc.).
• Provide detailed reports on control system health, alarm trends, and performance metrics.

Preferred Certifications
• Red Seal and/or Certificate Of Qualification for Instrumentation and Controls Technician
• Class C-R instrument mechanic FSR is an asset
• Electrical Safety certification
• WHMIS, First Aid, and confined space training

Working Conditions
• 24/7 mission-critical environment may require after hour availability.
• Work may involve exposure to high-voltage areas, moving mechanical equipment, and liquid cooling systems.
• Required to wear PPE and follow strict safety protocols.

Job benefits

Compensation & Rewards

• Competitive hourly rate from $49.25/hr to $54, depending on experience
• RRSP matching and more

Wellbeing & Benefits

• Comprehensive extended health and dental coverage to keep you and your family supported

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you're passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!