Building Operator 1

Art Gallery of Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 41,113 - 51,415; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts to GoodLife Fitness

Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO

Discounts to major attractions

Free admission to the AGO for friends and family

Job summary

The Art Gallery of Ontario seeks a Building Operator 1 for its Plant Operations team in Toronto. The successful candidate will assist with mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks such as painting, cleaning, and basic plumbing repairs. This full-time position demands skills in using hand tools and electrical knowledge, with a salary range of $41,113 - $51,415 per annum. Employees enjoy benefits like discounts at fitness centers and free admission for friends and family. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is fundamental to our mission.

Qualifications

• Basic re-lamping / lighting knowledge & aptitude.
• Ability to work with basic hand tools.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic maintenance tasks e.g., maintenance, work orders.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks, e.g., Replace lamps.
• Escort and monitor contractors during operations.
• Organize and restock inventories.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to work with basic hand tools

Basic re-lamping / lighting knowledge

Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Good service delivery skills

Education

Highschool Diploma

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Building Operator 1

Regular Full-Time (35 hours per week, Wednesday through Sunday)

ART + AUDIENCE + LEARNING

Located in Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is one of the largest art museums in North America, attracting approximately one million visitors annually. The AGO Collection of more than 120,000 works of art ranges from cutting-edge contemporary art to significant works by Indigenous and Canadian artists and European masterpieces.

AGO Values:

• Respect: We foster belonging and appreciate each other.
• Openness: We interact with an open mind and thoughtful engagement.
• Collaboration: We believe in the power of together.
• Accountability: We own our actions and outcomes.

We are currently seeking a Building Operator 1 to join our Plant Operations team. Under the direction of the Manager, Plant Operations the incumbent will perform basic mechanical & electrical maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, painting, cleaning, cable pulls, and lamp replacement. They also will assist Plant staff & contractors as required.

Salary: $41,113 - $51,415 per annum

What is this position responsible for?

• Assist Building operators with basic maintenance tasks, e.g., Maintenance, work orders, service requests
• Tool retrieval, equipment cleaning, organize shop
• Perform minor maintenance tasks, e.g., Replace lamps & air filters
• Organize and re-stock inventories
• Escort, assist and monitor contractors
• Pick up orders from shipping dock
• Assist Electrician with basic electrical tasks e.g., Tool retrieval
• Assisting with any work where two persons required for safety purposes
• Basic plumbing repairs & replacement, e.g., change a tap washer, isolate a water leak
• Paint and clean equipment and premises e.g., paint/clean mechanical rm. floors, pumps, chillers, boilers
• Pull cable from source to terminus, e.g., data cable from comm. closet to office
• Perform other duties as assigned and ensures a safe working environment while performing and completing tasks as assigned

What are we looking for?

• Highschool Diploma
• Basic re-lamping / lighting knowledge & aptitude
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work with basic hand tools
• WHMIS Training
• Vertical Platform Lift Certificate
• Fall Arrest Training Certificate
• Building Environmental Systems Operator (BES) Certificate an asset
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Good service delivery skills
• Ability to follow instruction, ask questions and learn on the job

What are the benefits of working at the AGO?

• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness.
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO.
• Discounts to major attractions as a part of the Provincial/City Reciprocal Programs.
• Free admission to the AGO for friends and family, discounts at the gift shop, bistro, and Learning Centre.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility:

At the AGO, we lead global conversations from Toronto through extraordinary collections, exhibitions, and programs, reflecting the diverse community we serve. Committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, we embed these values into our strategic plan and ongoing priorities.

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.