Salary rangeThe salary range for this position is CAD $44.08 - $44.08 / hour
We are looking for a Full Time Instrumentation & Controls Technician to join our team at the Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, B.C.
As an ideal candidate, you bring experience in building automation systems (BAS), HVAC, DDC, and VFD.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualifications: Graduate of a recognized program in electronic technology.
- Experience: At least five (5) years' recent field experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Industry and vendor equipment certifications as required.
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Detailed OverviewPositions at this level design andbuild electronic circuits, design and implement solutions to issues and problems and perform fault analyses. Develop and maintain complex computer control systems for the building automation system pertaining to: heating, ventilation and air conditioning system. Performs skilled work in the installation, alteration, troubleshooting, maintenance, service and repair of electronic equipment and systems. Understands, operates and modifies computer software for electronic equipment/systems and building automation systems. All work performed on electronic equipment and systems is done in accordance with, where applicable, bylaws regulations, codes and standards.
Responsibilities
Designs and builds electronic circuits by acquiring parts, assembling components and wiring equipment; installs, tests adjusts and commissions the modification; generates appropriate drawings and documentation.
Tests, identifies faults, calibrates and repairs computerized hardware, solid state logic boards and related equipment of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.
Designs and implements solutions to issues and problems by reviewing work requests and consulting with user departments regarding specifications and other project requirements; interprets existing or prepares new sketches, diagrams or schematic drawings in order to determine the sequence of operations, the project's scope and required materials and equipment; calculates materials and labour in estimating the cost of projects and makes recommendations as required; maintains systems to ensure optimal performance.
Carries out preventative maintenance on all electronic components of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system by cleaning, testing, calibrating and replacing parts as required; maintains appropriate documentation.
Liaises with manufacturers and suppliers to determine the availability and cost of systems/parts. Where required, obtains guidance on their installation and use; assess factors such as condition, age and functionality in order to determine repair, modification or replacement; prepares for work project by performing operational and safety risk assessments; arranges work schedules with user departments and assembles supplies, tools and equipment.
Modifies existing computer applications by, for example, inputting instructions, making adjustments to data bases and/or programs.
Evaluates computerized hardware and related equipment of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system for technical acceptance to ensure conformance with specifications, correcting faults where necessary.
Investigates and solves user-complaints, as identified by engineers, in the maintenance and repair of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.
Instructs staff in the operation of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.
Tests, identifies faults, calibrates and repairs pneumatic instrumentation associated with steam boilers.
Provides technical support to staff to resolve problems with electronic systems by analyzing, testing and repairing electronic components.
Liaises with outside contractors to ensure adherence to contract specifications and facility requirements.
Maintains an inventory and recommends purchases of supplies, equipment and tools; completes related reports and records.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and ExperienceGraduate of a recognized program in electronic technology plus five (5) years recent field experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Industry and vendor equipment certifications as required.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
