Position Number: 50001850 / P3711
Department: Prog., Opt. & Ext. Contracts
Grade: Controls Technician
Campus: Sir George Williams (Downtown)
Salary: $38.13 - $38.13 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: STTMC-SGW (CSN)
Posting deadline: July 20, 2026
Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role
Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.
As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.
NOTE: Permanent, full-time position: 39 hours per week (four day week, three days from 7:00 am-4:00pm and one day from 7:00am-7:00pm).
SCOPE
Reporting to the Technical and Mechanical Supervisor, the incumbent maintains various types of stationary machines and auxiliary equipment on both campuses.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain and repair control systems equipment to provide heating, ventilation, and refrigeration.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Prepare lists of materials to write-up estimates.
• Perform inspections, assessments, and reporting on various assets.
• Perform data entry with the latest technology in preventive maintenance.
• Respond to service calls and emergencies.
• Prepare and work on material; submit (for approval) requisition for materials and equipment.
• Assist the Engineering and Building Performance department with energy conservation programs and commissioning.
• Monitor building temperature and air quality.
• Repair and adjust system components such as detectors, transmitters and programmable logic controllers, or remove and replace defective parts.
• Calibrate components and instruments according to the manufacturers’ specifications.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance work and complete test and maintenance reports.
• Install control and measurement instruments on new or existing equipment and integrate them into processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor (including cleaning of equipment and mechanical rooms).
QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma of Collegial Studies (three year technical DEC) in Industrial Electronics Technology or another equivalent DEC.
• Two years of work-related experience.
• Health and Safety course(s) desirable.
• Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written English and French to read and understand drawings, instructions, and technical manuals, and to respond to service calls.
• Basic knowledge of Word (to create routine letters and memorandums) and of Excel (to enter data and print worksheets).
• Knowledge of Facilities Management systems: APOGEE (Siemens) and ORCAview (Regulvar) are assets.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills; customer-service oriented.
• Valid driver’s license in Quebec.
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the Respiratory Protection Program.
• Will require enrollment in the University’s Hearing Conservation Program.
• Physical ability as attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction. (e.g.: to lift, carry and move, without assistance, up to 23 kg (50lbs) and with assistance, up to 45kg (100lbs)).
Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.
Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.
IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.
Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]
Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.
