Journeyperson Control Technician

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and test control systems and life/safety monitoring systems to diagnose faults and resolve breakdowns
• Repair, maintain, calibrate, adjust, and install measuring and control instrumentation
• Wire up control panels and set up pneumatic control logics using engineering drawings
• Install new Building Automation System (BAS) instrumentation equipment on existing running systems
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on control equipment, including instrument replacement
• Update DDC/DCS programs based on sequence narratives
• Collaborate with Building Operating Engineers to optimize temperature and humidity controls in buildings and experimental labs
• Maintain or revise maintenance procedures for newly installed equipment and monitoring instruments

Requirements

• Diploma from a recognized Ontario technical college in Instrumentation Technician or Building Environmental systems
• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in programming, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of DDC and Building automation control systems
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting circuit and control diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
• Experience with pneumatic, electromechanical, electronic, and programmable controllers related to building HVAC
• Technical knowledge of Siemens (Apogee), Honeywell (ComfortPoint-EBI), and Johnson Controls (Metasys)
• Ability to program and set up network control systems using functional block diagram (FBD), Statement Logic (STL), and Ladder logic (LL)
• Membership in good standing with IBEW Local 353 or a willingness to join
• Strong English communication skills (written and oral)

About the Company

The University of Toronto is a global leader in education and research, dedicated to building a culture of belonging and excellence. We strive to create an equitable and inclusive community that supports our academic mission through diverse perspectives and expertise.