Operator II - Building Maintenance

City of Fort Saskatchewan; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health, dental, and and视

Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)

Employee & Family Assistance Program (

Health & Wellness Spending Accounts

Training/Education and professional de

50% discount for city facilities

Job summary

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is seeking a skilled Operator II to maintain city facilities, focusing on HVAC systems, ice plants, and general maintenance. The role requires a mechanical aptitude, a valid Alberta driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

You will coordinate contractor work, perform preventive maintenance, and handle related administrative tasks such as purchase orders and invoices.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in building maintenance and a mechanical aptitude.
• A Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to obtain RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance.
• Fall Arrest Training, Elevated Work Platform Training, Confined Space Training, and WHMIS preferred.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding duties outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HVAC systems: preventive maintenance, servicing, and inspections (exhaust fans, air conditioning, heating, humidity control).
• Coordinate inspections/repairs for fire suppression and safety/security systems; obtain certificates and log inspections.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on ice plants; oversee contractors for preventive maintenance.
• Carry out general maintenance/repairs: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, patches/paint, materials handling.
• Troubleshoot facility operating concerns; report issues affecting interiors/building envelopes.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors’ projects and schedules; ensure quality and budgets.
• Handle administrative duties: purchase orders, invoices, quotes, and contracts; provide technical assistance on capital projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License

Building Maintenance Level I/II Certification

5th Class Power Engineering Certification

Alberta Refrigeration Certification

Tools

Power tools operation

Job description

Reporting to the Foreman, Facilities Services, the Operator II must sustain a level of maintenance to ensure safe, healthy, and comfortable environment is provided for facility users in City facilities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• HVAC preventable maintenance, servicing, and inspections to include exhaust fans, air conditioning, heating, and humidity control systems. Coordinate inspections and repairs for all fire suppression and safety/security systems. Obtain certificates and record inspections for all equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting for ice plants. Maintain inspection logs and oversee contractors as required for preventative maintenance and repairs on the ice plants.
• General maintenance duties/repairs – plumbing, minor electrical maintenance, carpentry, patching/painting, purchase, and disposal of project materials, exterior Christmas lights and decorations.
• Troubleshooting/problem solving and reporting of facility operational concerns as they pertain to facility interiors and building envelopes.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors’ projects and work schedules to successful conclusion. Ensure work quality and budgets are met.
• Administrative duties, work planning, including purchase order/invoice processing, quotes and contracts, handling and provide technical assistance with capital projects.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License, and must be able to obtain and maintain an RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance to provide coverage at RCMP if required. A minimum of three years in building maintenance and a mechanical aptitude is required. Building Maintenance Level I and Level II Certification, 5th Class Power Engineering Certification and/or Alberta Refrigeration Certification are considered assets. Fall Arrest Training, Elevated Work Platform Training, Confined Space Training, and WHMIS Certification are preferred. The incumbent will have working knowledge and experience of the safe usage of powered and hand operated tools and facility equipment. The successful candidate will have a high aptitude and experience in the operation of various building systems and ice plants. Troubleshooting abilities with building mechanical systems including computerized building controls systems is essential. The ability to make practical, fair, and objective decisions to find solutions to problems is key for this role. This is a physically demanding position that entails walking, lifting, use of ladders and working outdoors in all weather conditions, with frequent exposure to loud mechanical noise.

This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement. A current 5-year Driver’s Abstract will be required at the time of interview.

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly (Varying shifts – days, nights and weekends)

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. In addition to a positive and collaborative work environment, we offer the following:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Health & Wellness Spending Accounts
• Training/education and professional development opportunities
• 50% discount for you and your family to applicable City facilities

Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging.

The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that those applicants under consideration will be contacted.