Building Operator

Black & McDonald; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Building Operator, where you'll maintain and enhance the operational efficiency of client facilities. This full-time role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, managing subcontractors, and ensuring safety standards are met. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values customer relationships and continuous improvement. With a strong emphasis on professional development, this position offers the opportunity to grow within a family-run company that has been delivering quality service for nearly a century. If you're passionate about facilities management and have the skills to solve problems effectively, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Building Operator in a commercial facility.
• Knowledge of building automation and HVAC systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee client facilities, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
• Plan and execute maintenance tasks and supervise subcontractors.

Skills

Building Automation Systems

HVAC Systems

Plumbing

Electrical Repairs

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Class 5 Power Engineering Certification

Construction Trade Certification (Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical)

Job description

Build your career at Black & McDonald

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With nearly 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

About this Career Opportunity

Under the direction of the Facilities, Maintenance and Operations (FMO) Account Manager, the Building Operator will have overall responsibility of maintaining assigned client's facilities located in Saskatoon and the greater Saskatoon area. They will utilize various FMO strategies to ensure its continued operation and perform tasks such as maintaining safe conditions inside and outside of the facilities; performing minor plumbing and electrical repairs; conducting safety oversight on subcontractors; conducting mechanical inspection and maintenance of equipment. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• In conjunction with the FMO Account Manager and the team, plan and execute responsive and planned maintenance in accordance with BAS or facility management system
• Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other subcontractors; supervise subcontractors
• Perform basic tours and log readings
• Respond to tenant complaints
• Perform light duties such as cleaning, painting, garbage removal, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical duties, assisting sub-contractors technician’s mechanics, etc.
• Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relationships
• Assist in developing and implementing quality control programs
• Represent the company on matters such as business services
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients
• Assist in purchase of building materials
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies

Competency Requirements

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

Education Requirement

• Class 5 Power Engineering Certification
• Construction trade certification in plumbing, HVAC or electrical is beneficial

Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 year’s experience as Building Operator; experience in operating a commercial facility, preferred
• Knowledge and experience with building automation systems and HVAC systems

Skills, Abilities and other Requirements

• This is a full-time position with some on-call and emergency out-of-office hours duties
• Must be able to pass and complete the requirements of a Security Clearance
• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical building systems and equipment
• Communicates effectively, both written and verbal, excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to use computers and related technology efficiently
• Clean Class 5 AB Driver’s License; available to travel to various assigned client facilities in Northern Alberta
• Must attend and pass Black & McDonald Basics of Supervision training

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.