Posted 30 months ago
BAS Designer
@ Ainsworth
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Ainsworth, a GDI company, is hiring a Controls Designer Level 1 in Calgary, Alberta, to install, commission and service commercial building automation systems. The role involves site commissioning, point-to-point verification and troubleshooting alongside HVAC and digital controls fundamentals. The posting offers comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits from day one, RRSP matching, generous vacation, and hybrid working where applicable.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in delivering BAS solutions to customers
- Assist with site commissioning and point-to-point verifications
- Troubleshoot and start up building automation systems
- Learn HVAC and digital control fundamentals
- Demonstrate knowledge of BAS networking and integration
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary technical or engineering diploma
- Valid driver's licence
- Fluent in English, written and oral
- Ability to read construction plans and specifications
- Fluent in Microsoft Office
- Some programming experience an asset
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-05-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Technical, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness |
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Ainsworth
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Full company description
Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379
- LinkedIn followers
- 33,587
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,773
- Reported office locations
- 131 Bermondsey Road, Toronto, Ontario M4A1X4, CA
- 3392 Wonderland Rd S, London, Ontario N6L 1A8, CA
- 100-2588 27 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, CA
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- Business categories
- Service Industry
- Mechanical Engineering
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Commercial
- Other recorded names
- Ainsworth Inc
- Specialties
- Technical trade services
- Energy Conservation & Demand Management
- IT infrastructure solutions
- Emergency Technical Service
- HVAC Sales and Service and more
- Services techniques spécialisés
- Économies d'énergie et gestion de la demande
- Service technique d'urgence
- Vente et service de CVCA
- and Solutions d'infrastructure informatique
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Facilities Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Technical trade servicesEnergy Conservation & Demand ManagementIT infrastructure solutionsEmergency Technical ServiceHVAC Sales and Service and moreServices techniques spécialisésÉconomies d'énergie et gestion de la demandeService technique d'urgenceVente et service de CVCAand Solutions d'infrastructure informatique |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 182 |
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If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI Company) team today!
Position Summary:
We are currently looking for an Controls Designer Level 1 to join our growing team based out of Calgary Alberta. As an Controls Designer Level 1 you will be involved in the installation, commissioning and servicing of commercial building automation systems. This position requires a good working knowledge of PC fundamentals, PC Networking / LAN, basic electronic theory and Building Electrical / Mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering BAS solutions to our customer base within the Construction/Operation Department.
- Assist with site commissioning, point to point verifications, troubleshooting and startup of a variety of Building Automation Systems.
- Learn and demonstrate a thorough understanding of ESC Safe Work and H&S Policies.
- Understand fundamentals of how HVAC systems operate on commercial buildings.
- Work with and understand HVAC and Digital Control fundamentals
- Demonstrate working knowledge of BAS Networking and Building System Integration.
Qualifications
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Fluent in English – both written and oral.
- The ability to read and understand construction plans and specs and product documentation.
- Graduate of Post-Secondary technical or engineering program.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office.
- Medium physical duties, the ability to stand for long periods of time in a construction environment, the ability to climb ladders and at times work from heights.
- Some programming experience an asset
Why work at Ainsworth?
Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation
Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable
Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, 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.
Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is an integrated multi-trade company, offering an end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.
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