Building Operator

Black & McDonald; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities management is seeking a Building Operator for Kelowna General Hospital. The role involves maintenance, tenant interactions, and ensuring operational efficiency within building standards. Candidates should have relevant certifications and a commitment to safety and quality service in a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Building operations experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building automation and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to tenant requests and perform preventive maintenance.
• Conduct shift tours, log readings, and minor repairs.
• Follow safe work practices and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Effective Communication

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

4th class power engineer certificate

Other trade certificates

Job description

Black & McDonald’s Facilities Management & Operations team in BC is growing! If you are a hands-on, customer service-oriented, and technically-inclined professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Building Operator is located at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC and reports directly to the Facility Manager.

Under specific direction, the FMO Building Operator responds to tenant requests, performs preventive maintenance inspections, and minor repairs, to ensure continuing operation. This position involves working a rotating 12 hour shift schedule (two days on, two nights on, four days off). The Building Operator will fulfill day to day tasks in a timely manner ensuring that the building operates safely and efficiently. The position also requires compliance with Black & McDonald codes of conduct, health, safety and environmental policies and safe work practices along with any client specific protocol.

• Respond to tenant requests.
• Perform shift tours and log readings
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, painting
• Perform minor repairs including: faucets, sinks, clear toilets and drains, cleaning grease traps and sumps, replace lamps, reset breakers
• Maintain the cleanliness of all shops and mechanical rooms
• Observe and implement safe work practices
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Continuous Learning
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 4th class power engineer certificate preferred
• Other trade certificates would be an asset

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Building operations experience preferred
• Basic knowledge and/or experience in building automated systems and HVAC systems

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to speak, read & write in English
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills required
• Follow instructions both written and verbal
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times with fellow employees and customer
• Accomplish all duties and tasks as assigned
• Maintain clear and courteous two way radio and/or phone etiquette
• A team player, committed to working in a quality environment
• Comply with all company policies and procedures and adhere to company standards
• Bending and Lifting Required; Lifting under 30 kgs
• Must be able to work on ladder or scaffold at various heights
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work a rotating 12 hour shift in a union environment
• Must be able to pass RCMP Criminal Record Check

Due to many mandatory vaccination requirements at client projects / facilities, in order to provide substantial employment by ensuring compliance with our clients mandates, the successful candidate must be able to validate full vaccination prior to hire.

Expected compensation for this role is a starting pay range between $36.33-45.42/hour in accordance with union rates (dependent on skills and experience and trade certifications).

We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.