About this role
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Flynn Group of Companies is the leading trade contractor in North America that works on virtually every aspect of a building’s outer layer, including Roofing, Glazing, Waterproofing, and Architectural Metals. The foundation of our award winning success is having the right people on our team.
Disclosure: We use an AI-powered system to initially screen resumes. However, all applications/resumes are also reviewed by our team of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Professionals to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation in determining a candidate’s potential fit for a role they applied to.
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization.
R&D Façade Systems Technician
Technical Services Division - Mississauga, ON
Build the Next Generation of Building Envelopes
At Flynn, you're not just building curtain walls, you're helping develop the systems that define some of North America's most complex and recognizable buildings. We're looking for a hands-on, technically minded individual who enjoys problem-solving, prototyping, fabrication, testing, and working directly with engineers and designers to bring new façade innovations from concept to reality.
Whether you come from glazing, curtain wall installation, manufacturing, fabrication, testing, or technical services, this role offers a unique opportunity to combine field experience with research and development.
What You'll Be Doing
You will work in our Technical Services group supporting new product development, performance testing, and technical problem solving for façade systems across North America. Responsibilities include:
Building prototypes and mock-ups of curtain wall and façade systems
Participating in research and development projects for new products and construction methods
Conducting hands-on testing and evaluating performance results
Assisting engineers and designers with constructability reviews and design improvements
Troubleshooting field challenges and helping develop practical solutions
Investigating new materials, components, and fabrication methods
Supporting project teams across Canada and the U.S.
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and installation efficiency
Traveling occasionally to project sites and testing facilities to support investigations and technical initiatives
What Makes You Successful
You are someone who enjoys understanding how things work, solving technical problems, and building innovative solutions. Ideal qualifications include:
Experience with curtain wall, glazing, façade systems, aluminum systems, or building envelope construction
Ability to read drawings, shop drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using fabrication tools and equipment
Hands-on problem-solving skills
Curiosity and interest in innovation, testing, and product development
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively with technical and operational teams
Those with past experiences such as curtain wall installers, façade technicians, skilled tradespeople with strong fabrication abilities, glaziers/ building envelope professionals, and mechanical or architectural technology graduates with hands-on construction experience are encouraged to apply
Willingness to travel occasionally within Canada and the U.S.
Why Join Flynn?
Work for one of Canada's Best Managed Companies
Be part of a team developing innovative curtain wall and façade technologies
Work directly with engineers, designers, and industry experts
Clear career growth into technical services, engineering support, project management, design, or operations
Access to Flynn University and ongoing professional development
Modern testing and fabrication facilities
On-site gym and cafeteria
Benefits, RRSP matching, & EAP Program
Join a Team That Solves Tough Problems
This is a rare opportunity to combine trades expertise, innovation, product development, and real-world construction experience within one of North America's leading building envelope contractors.
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