Summary
The BAS Technician is responsible for the operation, programming, monitoring, graphics, commissioning support, client training, preventative maintenance, energy management and operating cost reduction at a campus of facilities.. The BAS Technician will be a key team member who works on a wide variety of assigned tasks to meet the needs of our clients.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Maintenance
- Performs maintenance to ensure the highest level of efficiency without disruption to the business
- Diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems
- Repairs/replaces BMS devices, controllers, cabling, and components as required
- Troubleshoots/repairs mechanical and electrical systems
- Maintain system reliability, occupant comfort and operational efficiency
- Monitors system performance, alarms, faults, user access permissions and cybersecurity controls
- Provides technical assistance to team members
- Escalates issues to the maintenance team lead as needed
- Provides training to all site operations teams to include as part of onboarding process and reoccurring training
- Performs routine maintenance tasks in accordance with BGIS Safety Policy and Procedures
- Be a part of an on-call rotation
Building Automation Systems and Software
- Programming and graphics of HVAC equipment via software and verify system performance.
- Integrate building automation software with third-party systems via network connections and integration.
- Simulate sequences of operations to verify proper operating parameters of systems and their performance by using the necessary software.
- Download software to controllers and completion of on-site adjustments where necessary.
- Test, inspect, and troubleshoot low-voltage power equipment and systems, network communications, peripherals, valves, actuators, relays, and sensors during commissioning.
- Verify the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems related to the BAS.
- Perform inspections, tests, adjustments, and evaluations of low voltage electronic components and assemblies in accordance with manufacturer specifications and tolerances.
- Utilize technical manuals and written instructions when deemed necessary to calibrate electrical and electronic equipment and instruments.
Commissioning BAS Systems
- Commission BAS systems verify end-to-end and report/resolve anomalies.
- Provide commissioning verification checklists to the appropriate Project Manager throughout the commissioning process of projects.
Best Practice and Knowledge Maintenance
- Strong understanding of HVAC equipment & mechanical components and how it is related to control strategies and theories.
Documentation and Reporting
- Provide BMS programming, configuration and database records
- Provide graphics, schedules, sequence-of-operation documentation, and system architecture documentation
- Create energy consumption and KPI trend reports
- Provide backup verification and disaster recovery records
- Provide assistance in preparing specifications and reports for related projects of responsibility by collecting and compiling operational data.
- Completes service reports and PM checklists
Knowledge & Skills
- High school completion plus training or equivalent experience in Building Management Systems
- JCI Metasys specific experience and training highly desired
- Proven ability to self-learn, utilize existing and new technologies.
- Minimum 5+ years related experience.
- Proficient in multiple system integration strategies and applications.
- Strong communication skills.
- Solid interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
- Ability to work in a process driven environment.
- Effective time management and multi-tasking abilities.
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems.
- Extensive knowledge of BAS system installation and design.
- Extensive Knowledge of multiple system integration strategies and applications.
- Extensive knowledge of network wiring standards and protocols.
- Current knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards
📌 BAS Technician (Red Deer)
🏢 BGIS
📍 Red Deer