Building System Technician

Role Overview

You are responsible for monitoring, controlling, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing all mechanical/electrical systems for the City’s building systems.

Requirements & Qualifications

Completion of 2 year college diploma in Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning with CFC Certification Minimum of 5 years of related maintenance and operational experience on building environmental systems and services

Certifications & Licences

Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated Current Ontario Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) certificate card TSSA 4th class Operating/Power Engineer Certificate is an asset

Knowledge & Core Competencies

First Aid Computers (PC based) Modern building, mechanical and electrical systems Plumbing, HVAC systems Electronic and pneumatic controls Air handling systems Welding, brazing and soldering Preventative maintenance procedures Safety procedures Municipal and Provincial Health & Safety and Fire Regulations D.D.C. Systems (Honeywell, Johnstons, Andover, Omeran and Landis & Gyr) Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

Responsibilities & Competencies

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems Read blueprints (Mechanical, Electrical, Architectural, Structural) Work effectively with others Write simple memoranda and maintain records on log sheets Write legibly Work independently with minimal supervision Ability to conduct repairs from elevated platforms Alertness dependability, initiative Aptitude for mechanics & D.D.C. controls Good physical condition

Additional Information

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

Application Instructions

Apply directly on City of Ottawa Careers at Building System Technician↗.