Jr. BAS Technician

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If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI Company) team today!

We are currently looking for Junior BAS technicians to join our growing Ottawa BAS team. The individual will work with our project team and will report directly to the BAS Project Manager.

• Assist in delivering BAS solutions to our customer base within the Construction/Operation Department.
• Assist with site commissioning, point‑to‑point verifications, troubleshooting and start‑ups of BAS, HVAC equipment and lighting controls systems and their peripheral devices under the supervision of a highly experienced BAS team.
• Assist with project and service group documentation.
• Learn and demonstrate a thorough understanding of Ainsworth Safe Work and H&S policies.
• Show initiative in learning HVAC and DDC fundamentals, as well as Schneider Electric BAS product portfolio.
• Show an understanding of HVAC and DDC fundamentals, as well as Schneider Electric, Trane, Siemens, Automated Logic or other BACnet BAS product portfolio and end devices.
• Complete Schneider Electric product‑specific training prior to factory training.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of BAS networking and system integration.

• 1–3 years+ experience in a BAS technician role.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Ainsworth.
• Pass security screening as required by Ainsworth’s Government clients and/or be bondable. Reliability clearance an asset.
• Fluent in English—both written and oral. Fluent in French is a definite asset. Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications and product documentation. Graduate of a post‑secondary technical or engineering program.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office, including Visio or a scripted programming language.
• Medium physical duties: ability to stand for long periods in a construction environment, climb ladders and work from heights (with fall arrest protection provided).
• Some travel may be requested from time to time. Ainsworth will reimburse travel expenses including mileage for driving.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

The salary base range is $15,000–$65,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data. The base salary is just one component of Ainsworth’s total compensation package, which also includes additional rewards and benefits such as short‑term incentives and health insurance, among others.

This posting is for an active and current vacancy; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Ainsworth (a GDI Company) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

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