Building Operator Level 1, Building Services (ON, Toronto)

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Building Operator 1 to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, including HVAC systems, plumbing, and pool operations, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients and families. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of general trades maintenance experience and possess strong interpersonal skills. This innovative organization offers a collaborative work atmosphere where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of children and their families. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Health benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of general trades maintenance experience.
• Ability to maintain therapy pool systems according to Public Health Standards.
• Basic computer skills for HVAC and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily mechanical rounds on all equipment and machinery.
• Conduct minor repairs to building infrastructure and assist trades.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of shops and mechanical rooms.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Plumbing

Pool operations

General trades maintenance

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Diploma in Building Environmental Services

Tools

Metasys HVAC controls

Hand tools

Job description

Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. We are a top 40 Canadian research hospital that is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, and we serve over 9,000 families annually.

Our vision is to support the most meaningful and healthy futures for all children, youth and families. Providing both inpatient and outpatient programs and services, Holland Bloorview is renowned for its expertise in partnering with clients and families to provide exceptional care and is the only organization to ever achieve 100 per cent in three successive quality surveys by Accreditation Canada.

Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and opportunities for ongoing learning and professional growth.

The Position

Under the supervision of the Manager of Facilities Operations and Transportation, the Building Operator 1 will be responsible for performing general trade maintenance at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. This is a regular full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs daily mechanical rounds on all equipment and machinery within Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, including but not limited to:
  • Daily rounds of boilers, motors, pumps, fans and piping
  • Conducting minor repairs to all building infrastructure equipment
  • Cleaning of sink, plaster and janitor traps
  • Repairing and installing flooring/baseboards; ceiling, carpet and ceramic tiles; and window blinds and cranks
  • Basic plumbing, including repairs of toilets, sinks, washer-faucet-traps, showers, floor drains
  • Assists with generator test and running weekly test, including checking for oil and coolant levels.
  • Installing Acrovyn, wall bumpers, and whiteboards
  • Repair and replace lights around the building, including replacing ballast and 120v fixtures
  • Changing and repairing outlets and switches 120V
  • Assists electricians, plumbers and all trades that come to site
  • Routine checks to TV and DVD players
  • Perform checks and minor repairs to Code blue system, Nurses call system, Panic stations
  • Cleaning of terrace, including floor drains and small catch basins
  • Cleaning air vents, assists with cleaning of AHUs, and replacement of filters
  • Small repairs to the garbage compactor
  • Assisting with monthly fire drills
• Performs general pool maintenance, including pool readings, completing necessary adjustments to water chemistry, responding to pool fouling, vacuuming, backwashing filters and minor troubleshooting for both pools.
• Proactively observe, report and when possible complete on the spot repairs, repaint, renovate, etc.
• Responsible for communicating with staff, clients and families to resolve maintenance issues with and without supervision
• Maintains shops, electrical rooms, mechanical rooms and storage areas to ensure they remain neat, clean and free of hazards
• Supports with in-house renovations including painting, drywall installations, taping, mudding, hanging pictures, and moving and assembling office equipment and furniture
• Participates in reviewing operating standards, policies and procedures as required
• Assists with safety Building Codes, reporting immediately to the scene of any announced Code Red to assist in putting out fire, assisting clients, etc.
• Liaise and works with contractors and external service providers on special projects
• Assists with events, including stage set up and transport, lighting, HVAC
• Participates in quality improvement activities and supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment for staff, clients and families.
• Uses, maintains, and stores all hand tools safely and correctly, promptly reports any breakage or loss
• Operates all equipment according to established safety procedures; promptly reports any needed repairs
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A minimum of 5 years general trades maintenance experience with skills in maintaining and repairing a wide variety of equipment and machinery, including HVAC systems
• One year of experience as a pool operator, or equivalent; ability to maintain therapy pool systems according to Public Health Standards
• Diploma in Building Environmental Services or Systems Maintenance Technician, considered an asset.
• "G" Class Ontario Driver’s License
• Basic computer skills to access Metasys HVAC controls, email, Intranet, Fire Alarm, Elevator and Security Systems etc.
• Demonstrated ability and skills in HVAC maintenance, plumbing, pool operations
• Able to work as a team member, contributing skills and ideas to provide the best possible environment for clients, their families, staff and visitors
• Good interpersonal communication skills, including reading, written and spoken
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Physical And Environmental Demands

• Walking, climbing, carrying tools and supplies
• Standing, crouching, lifting, pushing, pulling, moving furniture; with ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Interior and exterior duties as assigned
• Rotating shift work, including weekends and evenings
• On-call shift rotation
• Ladder work; aerial lift work and working at various heights (according to job requirements and certifications)