Controls Technician

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About US
RRC Polytech is Manitoba’s largest institute of applied learning and research, with more than 150 full- and part-time degrees, diploma and certificate options. Through hands-on and online learning opportunities and state-of-the-art instruction, we prepare our students to become leaders in their fields – while also ensuring they can meet changing industry demands and contribute to the province’s economic growth.

Accessibility and Accommodations
RRC Polytech is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you experience barriers accessing or using the online application system, or require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact People Services at [email protected] or View phone number on jobs.amik.ca. We will work with you to identify appropriate supports and discuss available options.

Controls Technician
Projects and Technical Services, Facility Management

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available 
POSITION LOCATION: Notre Dame Campus (Winnipeg, MB) Hybrid**

** RRC Polytech reserves the right to modify work arrangements in alignment with operational and organizational needs.

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Union (MGEU)

For the purposes of this job posting, internal applicants and applicants from MITT will be given preference over external applicants. 

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. Consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit:

Employment support is available to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at [email protected] .

TALENT POOL: This competition may be used to establish a 12-month talent pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies. Even if you do not meet all of the listed qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Facility Management is responsible for the stewardship, operation, maintenance, renewal, and planning of RRC Polytech's diverse portfolio of campuses and facilities. Our team supports academic and administrative operations by providing safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable learning and working environments across Manitoba.

The Infrastructure Planning & Sustainability team provides strategic leadership in energy management, infrastructure planning, sustainability initiatives, space planning, capital renewal, and technical services. Working collaboratively across the institution, the team helps ensure that facilities remain reliable, efficient, sustainable, and aligned with the College's long-term operational and strategic objectives.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Reporting to the Manager, Energy & Infrastructure, the Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of HVAC, refrigeration, pneumatic, and Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems across RRC Polytech facilities.

The incumbent monitors and troubleshoots building control systems to support reliable facility operations, maintain safe and comfortable learning and working environments, and help ensure building systems operate as efficiently and effectively as possible. The Controls Technician performs preventative maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and modifications to building automation and control systems, and provides guidance to building occupants regarding the operation of climate control systems.

This position configures and maintains control system networks and user interfaces, diagnoses controls-related issues, and works collaboratively with Facilities Management staff, consultants, and contractors to coordinate controls-related work.

The Controls Technician also responds to emergency service calls as required, supports operations across RRC Polytech campuses, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures work is completed in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and safe work practices.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or related technical education and experience in building controls, automation, HVAC, or instrumentation
• Several years of experience maintaining pneumatic building controls and using computerized DDC systems to monitor building HVAC systems
• Set up and configure control systems, troubleshoot and monitor DDC systems for maximum facility system performance
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize workload
• Superior verbal and written communication skills and strong customer service skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Adobe and software applications
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

NICE TO HAVE

• Openness to using AI tools as relevant to role specific work
• Experience working in a large institutional, educational, healthcare, or commercial facility environment
• Demonstrated experience working with building automation system such as Delta Controls and/or Alerton Controls
• Experience with BACnet or other building automation communication protocols.

WHY WORK WITH US

At RRC Polytech, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We offer supportive, inclusive workplace where you can grow, contribute and thrive.

• Salary Range for this position:  $72,800 - $102,606 per annum
• Generous Paid Vacation: full-time employees accumulate a minimum of 15-days vacation per year, increasing to 30 days with service, while full-time Instructors accumulate 44 days per year. Information on casual and part-time vacation accrual is outlined in the Collective Agreement or the Terms and Conditions for Excluded Employees as applicable
• December Break: employees receive time off with pay during the period between Boxing Day and New Year's Day
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan: Employer and Employee contributions to future retirement benefits
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including Health and Group Life insurance, Long Term Disability, employee & family assistance program, mental health support up to $1,000, and a robust Health Care Spending Account
• Inclusive Leave Programs: Wellness, maternity, adoptive, and parental leave, as well as ceremonial, cultural, religious and spiritual leave
• Growth and Recognition: Professional development, professional licensing and fees coverage, and severance pay on retirement
• Union Representation: For complete details on benefits and employment terms, see the MGEU collective agreement.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
• Incumbent must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check
• Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver`s license
• This position may be required to travel
• This position may be required to work overtime
• This position is subject to audiometric assessments 

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. 

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.