Facilities Tech

Telesat; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Telesat in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a Facilities Tech to ensure a safe and reliable site environment. This role involves overseeing daily operations, facility maintenance, and coordinating with vendors for continuous 24/7 functioning.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of relevant experience, familiarity with mission-critical environments, and the ability to work in Canada. Telesat values diversity and is committed to candidate experience, providing accommodations as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in facilities, building operations, or maintenance, ideally in a technical or mission-critical environment.
• Familiarity with 24/7 operational environments.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility maintenance and repairs, monitor building systems.
• Assist with UPS systems, generators, and HVAC equipment.
• Respond to facility-related requests and manage resolution.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Problem-solving

Vendor coordination

Safety compliance

Education

2 years of experience in facilities or maintenance

Job description

The Facilities Tech ensures the Site environment remains safe, reliable, and fully operational at all times. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technical setting, takes pride in maintaining high‑availability infrastructure, and enjoys hands‑on problem‑solving.

The Facilities Tech is responsible for all day‑to‑day operations, maintenance, and monitoring of the Site infrastructure. Working closely with technical teams and external vendors, this person ensures the facility runs smoothly and supports uninterrupted 24/7 operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Facility maintenance and monitoring: Oversee/provide daily facility maintenance and repairs, monitor building systems, and ensure all critical infrastructure is functioning properly. Schedule and supervise cleaning and upkeep services.
• Support for power and environmental systems: Assist with UPS systems, generators, HVAC equipment, and environmental controls to maintain optimal operating conditions.
• Vendor and contractor coordination: Escort and supervise external technicians, ensuring work is completed safely and in compliance with Site/Company protocols.
• Work order and ticket management: Respond to facility‑related requests, track issues, and ensure timely resolution. Respond to emergency maintenance requests and manage resolution.
• Preventive maintenance tasks: Carry out scheduled maintenance activities and document results.
• Health, safety, and security support: Assist with safety procedures, emergency preparedness, and adherence to site access controls. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Inventory and supplies management: Maintain stock of essential materials and coordinate procurement when needed.
• Support for onsite projects: Participate in facility upgrades, equipment installations, and infrastructure improvements.
• Ability to lift equipment: Perform physical tasks as required.
• Site Security: Maintenance safety of equipment and badge protocols.

Education, Experience and Skills

• 2 years of experience in facilities, building operations, or maintenance, ideally in a technical or mission‑critical environment.
• Familiarity with 24/7 operational environments and service delivery frameworks.
• Bilingual in English and French an asset (but not required)

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and reliability.

At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.