Maintenance Mechanic

Black & McDonald; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join their dynamic team in Ottawa. This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting various mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC systems, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to operational excellence, this opportunity offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and promotes a culture of safety and respect.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Handyman.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Respond to emergencies and report anomalies.
• Assist in project-related repairs and replacements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Trade Certification

Tools

Building Automation Systems

Mobile Work Order Systems

HVAC Systems

Job description

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100+ years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald Limited is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic at our location in Ottawa, Ontario. The Maintenance Mechanic will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various mechanical devices and systems to achieve optimum life span of equipment. This is a union position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform physical inspections of building service rooms and areas both interior and exterior.
• Verify daily environmental controls and ensure readings are within accepted standards.
• Perform periodic and seasonal preventive maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
• Perform mechanical maintenance such as filter and belt changing, greasing, etc.
• Complete planned maintenance activities as assigned; providing notes and comments on completed work, identifying repair opportunities, taking pictures as required and ensuring minimal rework.
• Report all system, equipment and/or condition anomalies.
• Respond to emergencies and/or complaints from service desks and notify the Facility Manager immediately in the case of an emergency.
• Become involved in inventory monitoring and assist in material purchasing.
• Key contributor to identify equipment or system repairs, both preventive and reactive.
• Assist in project related components or system replacements and repairs.
• Verify the quality of the work carried out by the various sub-contractors.
• Read meters as required, analyze results for anomalies and provide a weekly summary report to the Facility Supervisor or Contract Manager.
• Conduct system investigations with Facility Manager, as required.
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls.
• Perform light duties such as sweeping, cleaning, painting, garbage removal, snow removal, assisting zone technicians, mechanics, etc.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 or more years' experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Handyman.
• Experience working with Building Automation Systems.
• Experience working with mobile work order systems.
• Working knowledge of building HVAC systems including air conditioning, refrigeration and electrical and mechanical equipment controls and systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals.
• Understanding of calibration values and basic mathematics.
• Excellent customer service skills with desire to exceed customer expectations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• A team player, committed to working in a quality environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, on a ladder or scaffold at various heights.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Bending and Lifting required, lifting up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to attain and maintain Reliability Security Clearance.
• Should hold a valid G Driver’s License and able to retain a clean vehicle record check.
• Willing to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Participate in on-call rotation with other staff.
• Bilingual in French & English preferred.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.