Building Operator

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

On-call after-hours coverage

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Facility Maintenance professional to support school environments in Saskatchewan. You will perform preventive and demand maintenance, work within a CMMS, and coordinate tools, parts, and labor to ensure reliable building operations.

You must have a two-year technical degree or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to work independently, with safety and union-based benefits supporting your role.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of building systems and facility maintenance fundamentals.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication; daily reporting of site conditions.
• Physically able to perform tasks (lift up to 75 lbs) and operate hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive, update, and complete preventive and demand maintenance work orders within the CMMS (QFM).
• Respond to and rectify maintenance tasks in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry.
• Source, plan, and organize tools and materials for day-to-day tasks and projects.
• Maintain inventory levels for assigned sites.
• Use building plans and schematics to troubleshoot system failures and work requests.
• Operate a variety of hand tools and machines; follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Time management

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Job description

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on socialplatforms.

What you will do

Working within busy School environments, perform a variety of assigned Facility Maintenance tasks including scheduled preventative maintenance and unscheduled demand maintenance events. Apply knowledge, skills, and experience to work with the operations team and be able to work independently.

How you will do it

• Receive, update, and complete assigned preventative and demand maintenance works orders within the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) QFM.
• Respond to and rectify assigned tasks in general facility services, equipment repair, HVAC (Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry and more.
• Source, plan, and organize required tools and materials for day-to-day tasks and projects
• Be able to maintain inventory levels for assigned site(s)
• Use building prints, schematics, and other available documents while troubleshooting system failures and work requests.
• Solid understanding of building systems with an ability to operate a variety of hand tools and machines.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures and aligns with all company policies.

What we look for

Required

• Completion of a two-year technical degree or equivalent and/or experience in a Facility Maintenance environment would be considered an asset but willing to train the right candidate.
• Building systems knowledge including troubleshooting, repair and replacement, etc.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of various maintenance fundamentals sufficient to look after service and repairs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Daily reporting of site conditions is required.
• Strong ability to work independently on tasks and as part of a team.
• Working and operating knowledge of computers as well as Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, word, excel)
• Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks to the highest caliber, which includes ability to: climb ladders, operate machinery, lift heavy objects weighing up to 75 lbs, clean up landscaping and exterior garbage bins, etc.
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean criminal record.

Preferred

• Experience working in a school or similar setting
• Experience with painting (interior and exterior), equipment repair and maintenance, plumbing, and electrical work

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Start times may vary, and end times may extend based on operational needs. After the training period, this role will participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend coverage.

* This is a bargaining unit position *

Pay Rate: $31.02 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

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