Building Operator 2

Art Gallery of Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 49,831 - 62,244; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts to GoodLife Fitness

Free tickets to major exhibits

Discounts at major attractions

Free admission for friends and family

Job summary

The Art Gallery of Ontario is hiring a Building Operator 2 in Toronto. This full-time role involves maintaining environmental conditions and troubleshooting facility-related issues, including electrical and plumbing. Candidates should have a Stationary Engineering License 4th Class or BES/BOMI designation, along with at least five years of experience in facility maintenance. Benefits include fitness discounts and free admission for family and friends.

Qualifications

• Stationary Engineering License 4th Class OR BES/BOMI designation required.
• Strong Customer Service Skills.
• Minimum five years progressive working experience in Facility Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that building equipment is operating at peak performance.
• Perform routine tasks & duties including repairs and inspections.
• Utilizes CMMS, BAS, GE, and other database utilities to complete tasks.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Inter-departmental communication skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting skills

Multi-tasking skills

Education

Stationary Engineering License 4th Class OR BES/BOMI designation

Minimum five years experience in Facility Maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Building Operator 2

Regular Full-Time (35 hours per week)

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.

This is a “hands on” role maintaining stable environmental conditions throughout the Gallery for the preservation and safe storage of the collection. The incumbent will troubleshoot building related problems including, but not limited to electrical, architectural plumbing, life safety, elevator, Chiller Plant, Boiler Plant and respective auxiliary equipment throughout the building including exterior.

The salary range for this position is $49,831- $62,244 per annum.

What is this position responsible for?

• Ensure that building equipment is operating at peak performance. Achieved through knowledge and understanding of various building systems including, but not limited to: lighting, building automation, life safety, water treatment, heating, cooling, refrigeration & CMMS.
• Perform routine tasks & duties ie: (including, but not limited to) Replacing fan belts, replacing filters, repairing toilets, urinals, faucets, cleaning strainers, equipment inspections, adding salt to softeners, painting, cleaning, contractor escorts, assisting Building Operators as required.
• Utilizes CMMS, BAS, GE, and other database utilities to complete assigned tasks.
• Demonstrates strong customer service focus: building relationships & collaborating with internal & external contractors/clients as required.
• Works with outside contractors & trades for various building systems.
• Uses appropriate interpersonal skills to interact with co-workers, contractors & clients.
• Participate in the performance management process to identify areas for improvement. Ensures that all assigned objectives are documented and approved.
• Supports colleagues by identifying and recommending cost saving and/or energy reduction opportunities.
• Relates well to building occupants in all organizational directions. Recognizes problems and takes appropriate corrective action; consulting with appropriate individuals as required. Fosters trust and builds relationships between individuals and groups.
• Conducts required water treatment analysis & chemical additions as required. Participates on the emergency response team and actively participates in all emergency situations.
• Reviews departmental supplies and equipment inventory levels on a regular basis or as directed by supervisor or manager. Organize existing inventories according to workflow advantage & best practice. Ensure adequate inventory levels are maintained. Actively participates in basic plant upkeep activity such as housekeeping, cleaning & painting of walls, floors, equipment & piping.
• Investigates & resolves Fire Alarm System alarms, troubleshoot devices and related auxiliaries in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve variances in environmental conditions ie: sensor calibration, replacement, adjustment. Troubleshoot & resolve related HVAC issues.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

What are we looking for?

• Stationary Engineering License 4th Class OR BES/BOMI designation required.
• Strong Customer Service Skills.
• Strong inter‑departmental communication skills.
• Minimum five years progressive working experience in the Facility Maintenance industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in a large commercial/industrial setting.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong organizational & troubleshooting skills.
• Working level computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Multi‑tasking skills.
• Goal and performance oriented skills.
• Ability to work independently and make responsible and accountable decisions.
• Must be able to operate vertical platform lifts on a regular basis (Training provided).
• Must be able to lift, carry and work from various ladders on a regular basis (Training provided).

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.

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.