Facilities Systems Technician — HVAC, Boilers & Utilities

Apotex Inc.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Apotex Inc. is seeking a skilled Building Systems Technician to operate, maintain and repair critical facilities equipment and utilities supporting production, packaging, lab, warehouse and offices.

The role emphasizes safe, compliant performance and timely response to system conditions. You will troubleshoot and modify building systems, carry out preventive maintenance, and ensure documentation in CMMS and related records.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and relevant trade certification.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience operating, maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting complex industrial building systems (HVAC, boilers, chillers, dust collectors, air compressors, purified water).
• Proficiency in reading architectural, mechanical and electrical drawings; familiarity with BMS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate building systems to provide reliable environmental conditions and utilities to production, packaging, lab, warehouse and office areas.
• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, calibrate, modify and install building systems and facilities.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks and document work in CMMS / logs.
• Coordinate major repairs with staff, contractors and users to minimize downtime.
• Work with team to evaluate system effectiveness and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Reading drawings

Organization

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certification (licensed millwright, refrigeration mechanic, industrial electrician, gas technician G2)

3rd Class Operating Engineer’s Certificate or 4th Class Certificate with steam experience

Tools

Building Management System (BMS)

Blueprints & drawings

Job description

Apotex Inc. is seeking a skilled Building Systems Technician to operate, maintain and repair critical facilities equipment and utilities supporting production, packaging, lab, warehouse and offices.

The role emphasizes safe, compliant performance and timely response to system conditions. You will troubleshoot and modify building systems, carry out preventive maintenance, and ensure documentation in CMMS and related records.