Building Maintenance Mechanic

London Public Library Board; London; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

London Public Library is seeking a Building Maintenance Mechanic to support facility preventive maintenance and energy management across multiple library sites. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, and related systems to ensure safe, energy-efficient buildings.

Ideal candidates bring BES certification, 3+ years with building automation (Johnson's controls/Enteliweb) and the ability to balance priorities while maintaining strong customer service and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Possess a Building Environmental Systems (BES) Operator Certificate Class 1 & 2; trade certifications or 2-year college equivalencies.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Building Automation Systems (Johnson's controls and Enteliweb).
• Three years continuous experience in operation and maintenance of building systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to listen and find solutions to customer needs.
• Current and valid Ontario G Driver's License.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours, including standby and emergency call-ins.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and legislation (ESA, TSSA, AODA, OHSA, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Performs work related to facility preventive maintenance and repair operations for all Library buildings and property.
• Performs energy management measures, procedures and tasks for the energy management program.
• Performs building inspections on a monthly basis to ensure sites are maintained in good and safe condition.
• Ensures compliance with applicable legislation, codes and Library policy and procedures.
• Assesses emergencies; resolves problems; documents outcomes; consults with Supervisor, Facility Services as required; refers complex problems to Supervisor, Facility Services.
• Works with contractors required to assist with building maintenance and repair.
• Maintains good relations and effective communication with staff and the public.
• Keeps current in the field through continuing education, attending conferences and workshops, and reading professional literature.
• Supports shipping/receiving: packing materials, bills of lading, distribution, discrepancies, communications.
• Performs work of Maintenance Custodian and Delivery Driver as required.
• Works at multiple locations on a system-wide basis; drives library vehicles as required.
• Works standby hours, days, nights, holidays and weekends to resolve technical problems.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Independent & team work

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

G Driver's License

Evenings & weekends availability

Codes & standards knowledge

Education

BES Operator Certificate Class 1

Trade certifications / 2-year college equivalencies

Tools

Johnson's controls

Enteliweb

Job description

Posting Date: August 31, 2026
Closing Date: September 12, 2026
Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Department/Branch: Facility Services, Central Branch
Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy

Summary

This position enables staff to carry out the mission of the London Public Library in providing public library services through the provision of facility services that result in well-functioning, energy efficient and safe buildings, property and equipment. Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Services, the Building Maintenance Mechanic performs work related to facility preventive maintenance, repair and energy management operations for all library buildings and property and related equipment, including mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing and sewage systems, system-wide delivery and handling systems.

Accountabilities

Maintenance & Repair

• Performs work related to facility preventive maintenance and repair operations for all Library buildings and property and related equipment.
• Performs energy management measures, procedures and tasks required for the energy management program.
• Performs building inspections on a monthly basis to ensure that all sites are maintained in good and safe condition.
• Performs work in compliance with all applicable legislation, codes and Library policy and procedures.
• Assesses emergencies; resolves problems; documents outcomes; consults with Supervisor, Facility Services as required; refers complex problems to Supervisor, Facility Services.
• Works collaboratively with contractors required to assist with building maintenance and repair.
• Maintains good relations and effective communication with staff and the public.
• Keeps current in the field through continuing education, attending conferences and workshops and reading professional literature

Facilities Department Support

• Supports work of the shipping/receiving function by packing materials for outgoing shipment of materials; preparing bills of lading; unpacking incoming materials and arranging for distribution; notifying appropriate department of discrepancies or damages; maintaining internal and external communications required to effectively accomplish the function.
• Performs work of Maintenance Custodian, such as room setup, as required.
• Performs work of Delivery Driver, as required.
• Works at multiple locations on a system-wide basis. Drives library vehicles, as required.
• Works scheduled standby hours, including days, nights, holidays and weekends to resolve technical problems.
• Responds to emergency calls as required, during and outside of regular hours.
• Performs related duties and undertakes special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Possess a Building Environmental Systems (BES) Operator Certificate Class 1 & 2. Trade certifications and/or other 2-year college equivalencies.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Building Automation Systems (Johnson's controls and Enteliweb)
• Three (3) years continuous experience in the operation and maintenance of building systems
• Proven experience in a variety of aspects of building maintenance, preventative maintenance, mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, building automation, steam, chilled water, AHU's, rooftop units, sump pumps and water treatment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• The ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to listen and find solutions to customer needs.
• Current and valid Ontario G Driver's License.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours, including standby and emergency call-ins.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and legislation (including but not limited to, ESA, TSSA, AODA, OHSA, etc.)

Band 4 - $27.489 - $35.119 per hour

This position works 100% on site to be able to support the needs of the London Public Library.

About:
London Public Library is a place for everyone- a community anchor where people come to learn, create, connect, and discover. With 16 neighbourhood branches across the city, a dedication to outreach, and a wide range of online resources, we support Londoners at every age and stage of their lives. Our work is guided by our core values: Exceptional Customer Service and Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, supported by Strong Relationships, Digital Empowerment, Accountability and Responsibility, and Foundational Literacies.

Working for London Public Library means helping to strengthen your community and make a meaningful impact every day.

AI:
London Public Library is not currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) during any stage of the hiring process.

Accommodation:
London Public Library is committed to a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process. We follow the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to ensure all applicants are supported. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

Application Process:
London Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all equity-denied groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people, and women.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Candidates who receive a conditional offer will need to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Police Information Check at their expense.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.