Building Operator

Ainsworth Inc.; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team where your skills as a Building Operator will shine! In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for the operation and maintenance of essential building systems, including HVAC and refrigeration. Your expertise will ensure that our facilities run smoothly and efficiently while providing a safe environment for all. This innovative company is committed to your career development and offers a supportive workplace that values diversity and rewards your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in a thriving environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; knowledge of HVAC and building systems.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude is essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain non-critical equipment including HVAC and refrigeration.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

HVAC knowledge

Building systems knowledge

Emergency response skills

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Facility Operations Certificate

Building Environmental Systems 1 or 2

Power or Stationary Operating Engineer Class 4

Refrigeration Operator Class B

Tools

Computerized maintenance management system

Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI Company) team today!

Job Summary:

The Building Operator conducts extensive monitoring of operations and performs routine and ongoing assessments of the building systems operations and performance. Performs tests, rounds, and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of departmental equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for operation and maintenance of non-critical equipment such as refrigeration, heat exchangers, HVAC, electrical, and hot water systems.
2. Monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers; ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps; valves; piping; filters; and other mechanical and electrical equipment; records readings and makes adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
3. Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components. Receives and executes work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure. Finalizes work orders by completing necessary documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
4. Responds immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
5. Complies with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
6. Maintains a clean and safe workplace.
7. Performs additional job duties as requested.

Qualifications:

1. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. High School diploma or GED equivalent.
3. Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
4. Working knowledge of building systems, such as HVAC, standby emergency power, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated infrastructure.
5. Power or Stationary Operating Engineer Class 4 (not required).
6. Refrigeration Operator Class B (not required).
7. Building Environmental Systems 1 or 2 (preferred).
8. Facility Operations Certificate (preferred).

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Ainsworth (a GDI company) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

Ainsworth (a GDI Company) is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision of becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.