Job Number:

J0526-0454

Job Title:

Mechanical Systems & Controls Technician

Position Group:

CUPE 3799

Job Type:

Regular Full Time

Job Location:

Canada, British Columbia, Prince George

Open Positions:

1

Salary:

$84,593.60 - $88,067.20/Year

Hours Per Week:

40

Facilities
CUPE, Regular, Full-time

Reporting to the Manager, Technical Services, the Mechanical Systems & Controls Technician investigates and resolves all space temperature and air quality complaints as well as completes all required repairs to controls systems and minor mechanical repairs to ensure building occupants are comfortable.

Responsibilities

• Working with Siemens System 600 Apogee Building Automation System and mechanical HVAC systems to resolve all occupant temperature and air quality complaints;
• Implementing energy optimization strategies through the installation/replacement of Apogee Automation System components as well as PPCL programming modifications, point database modifications and scheduling changes;
• Participating in the design and performing the installation of all Siemens System 600 Apogee Building Automation System modifications related to all University renovations;
• Participating in the review of pre-tender blueprints and specifications for mechanical and controls systems required for capital projects (new buildings);
• Performing other duties as reasonably assigned as part of the Facilities team; and
• Capable of performing strenuous physical activity such as heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs).

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

• A high degree of technical competency related to electrical/electronic controls for mechanical systems;
• Education and experience required for a Controls/HVAC Technician (e.g. Electronics Technician, Industry Training or equivalent);
• Minimum of five years of experience installing, programming and troubleshooting a commercial Building Automation System (e.g. Siemens System 600 Apogee, JCI Metasys, Delta) is required with preference given to experience utilizing Siemens System 600 Apogee;
• Excellent understanding of commercial building mechanical systems is required. These systems should include air delivery (VAV and constant volume), hydronic and electrical;
• Trade certification as an Electrician, Refrigeration/HVAC Mechanic or Technician will be considered an asset; and
• Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered;

Salary

This position has been classified as Grade 10A. The annual salary range for this position is $84,593.60 to $88,067.20 and the normal starting salary will be $84,593.60.

UNBC offers employee tuition waivers (including spouse and dependents), excellent benefit and pension packages, employee training and development opportunities, as well as relocation assistance. For more details please see:

http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/employee-benefits

http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/unbc-pension-plan

Normal hours of work will be 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. The ability to travel to the regions on a regularly scheduled basis (quarterly) is required.

To Apply

Applicants should create an applicant profile and upload and submit a cover letter and resume. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the Prince George Campus.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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