Building Operator

BGIS; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company in the Niagara Region is seeking a Tradesperson – Building Operator. This role involves performing maintenance and routine services on building and hospital equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate must have relevant certifications and skills in maintenance, as well as a strong client-service orientation. This position requires the ability to adapt and learn on the job.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year technical degree or equivalent plus two years’ experience as an Electrical Tradesperson.
• Certificate of Qualification as 3rd Class Stationary Engineer, including five or more years’ experience in operations and maintenance.
• Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and inspection in the facility.
• Respond to routine and on-demand service requests.
• Assist in the implementation of preventative maintenance program.
• Record resolution data within service maintenance management database.

Skills

Physical ability

Communication skills

Client-service orientation

Knowledge of maintenance fundamentals

Environmental health and safety mindset

Education

Two-year technical degree or equivalent

Certificate of Qualification as 3rd Class Stationary Engineer

High school diploma

Tools

Hand and power tools

Computerized maintenance management system

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at

SUMMARY

Reporting to the manager / supervisor, the Tradesperson – Building Operator is responsible for performing maintenance, routine and on-demand services, including Preventive, Predictive activities on devices related to building and hospital equipment. The incumbent will also be required to perform other general trade duties as directed. The Tradesperson - 3rd Class Stationary Engineer is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.

At this position level :

• Performs a variety of service work in one or more specialized building systems such as mechanical, electrical / electronic, or machine servicing, etc
• Certified Stationary Engineer
• Works from drawings, schematics, blueprints, job layouts and / or verbal instructions and operates a variety of tools and machines incidental to operations.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support and demonstrate BGIS Core Values (Unwavering Integrity, Passion for Innovation, Living Sustainability, Delivering Memorable Customer Experiences, Relentlessly Building Team Member Engagement)

Performs regular facility maintenance and inspection

Provides observations about facility, grounds and non-technical component conditions and deficiencies, and provides suggestions for enhancements and repair

Responds to routine and on-demand service requests

Performs maintenance on technical and non-technical components within the facility

Records resolution data within service maintenance management database. Ensures work completed meets quality, contract response and all other requirements

Receives, tracks, monitors and reports status of maintenance work within service maintenance management database. Initiates documents to obtain formal approval of work required

Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified / rectified, recorded and escalated, and that related documentation is maintained

Participates in and assists with facility-related projects

Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection any other applicable requirements

Maintains all assigned tools and parts inventory and arranges for repair and replacement where required

Assist peers, team members, and others as needed; respectfully request assistance of others where necessary

Assists in enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining positive relations through manner in which work is performed and services delivered

Respect the rights of the patient / client and their families in reference to confidentiality, privacy, beliefs and values

Participate in change by adapting and contributing new knowledge and skills in their area of expertise

Remain flexible, open and positive in the face of changing needs and demands

Learn to perform tasks through on the job training, mentoring or coaching

Attend training programs, in-services, and educational programs and apply new learning on the job

Stay aware of current best practice developments and trends in all relevant technical / professional aspects of the role

Decide when outside / additional resources need to be contacted and determine if work is within BGIS contractual scope

Other duties as assigned.

Work requirements

Must be able and willing to work shifts, be available for on-call / standby and emergency callouts as they arise

Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment

Knowledge & Skills

Completion of a two-year technical degree or equivalent plus two years’ experience as an Electrical Tradesperson or completion of an apprenticeship program.

Requires a Certificate of Qualification as 3rd Class Stationary Engineer , including five or more years’ experience in operations and maintenance

High school diploma. Some trades-related training preferred an asset.

Requires in-depth knowledge of various maintenance fundamentals sufficient to deal with service and repairs.

Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks to the highest caliber, which includes ability to : climb ladders, work in

confined spaces, lift heavy objects weighing up to 50lbs, etc.

Must be able to work shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.

May be required to possess a valid driver’s license

May be required to use a variety of hand and power tools or forklift

Ability to provide observation about facility conditions and deficiencies, and to provide suggestions for enhancements

Ability to research, learn and gain greater proficiency in applying the following on-the-job – fire, life, safety and building codes and standards

Possess a strong environmental, health and safety mindset. Ability to perform work in a safe manner

Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency

Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification

Working knowledge of computer software applications (computerized maintenance management system experiences an asset including Building Automation System - Metasys)

Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team

Perform other duties as required Licenses and / or Professional Accreditation

Certified 3rd Class Engineer an asset

Fire & security systems certification(s) an asset

Valid drivers’ license

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

BGIS est un employeur qui respecte l'égalité des chances et nous vous invitons à postuler pour un poste chez nous ! Si vous avez besoin d'un accommodement pendant le processus de recrutement, veuillez nous contacter à askHR. En cas de demande d'accommodement, nous discuterons avec le candidat en question et fournirons, ou ferons en sorte de fournir, un accommodement approprié d'une manière qui tiendra compte des besoins d'accessibilité du candidat en fonction de son handicap.