Building Operator

Shannex Incorporated; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 32,304 - 34,219; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

Employee perks program

Career development

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a Building Operator to join the Parkland on the Glen team in Mississauga, Ontario. The role focuses on maintaining and operating building systems to ensure safety, comfort, and reliability for residents and staff.

The position requires basic construction maintenance experience, WHMIS knowledge, and strong English communication. It offers an hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package with career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years experience in construction or building maintenance.
• Knowledge of WHMIS and health & safety legislation.
• Advanced proficiency in English; other languages are a plus.
• Must pass criminal record and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain building engineering per standards and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Schedule maintenance of building systems (boiler, pumps, ventilation, plumbing, EMS).
• Perform repairs per established standards; handle minor repairs (lighting, walls, painting).
• Provide service per organizational standards and keep areas clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality and support asset protection.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

WHMIS knowledge

English proficiency

Measuring & power tools

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CMMS familiarity

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Building Operator to join our Parkland on the Glen team based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

• Approximate hourly wage: $23.45- $24.84
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire for all staff with a 0.40 FTE and higher)
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• Pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Monitors and maintains building engineering according to established standards and preventative maintenance schedules
• Schedules maintenance of the building systems to maintain the integrity of the facility, not limited to boiler systems, pumps, ventilation systems, plumbing, water and sewage systems, the Energy Management System (EMS) and other building components
• Completes repairs according to established standards
• Performs miscellaneous minor repairs such but not limited to, changing light bulbs in the common areas and amenity spaces, patching holes in walls, and painting, changing air conditioning filters, washing the common area carpets, building systems
• Provides service that is in accordance with organizational standards
• Ensures uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Additional duties as assigned/required

About You

• A High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education
• 1-2 years’ experience in construction or building maintenance
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Advanced Proficiency in English required, other languages considered an asset
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
• Ability to use measuring tools, power tools
• Enters and locates work-related information using computers maintenance management systems.
• Displays a working knowledge in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing trade.
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.