Shift Building Operator

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Career development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) is seeking a Shift Building Operator to support the Facilities Management team at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. The role focuses on inspecting facilities and mechanical rooms and overseeing preventative maintenance to ensure continuous operation of critical equipment.

The position is a permanent full-time role reporting to the Supervisor, Facilities Management, offering 37.5 hours per week with rotating 24 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate or Diploma in Building Operations or a 3rd/4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate (TSSA) or a licensed trade certification (HVAC, Plumbing, Millwright, Electrician).
• If licensed trade, possession of the provincial COQ.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure continuous operation of equipment/machinery.
• Diagnosing problems with equipment/machinery.
• Providing feedback to ensure new construction/modification will not impact existing systems.
• Repairing equipment/machinery.
• Contributing to the efficient operation of the department.

Skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate/Diploma in Building Operations or TSSA license

COQ certification (if licensed trade)

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 35.07 - CAD 37.55 - hourly

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Union:NOWU
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position:Replacement
Site:Princess Margaret Cancer Center & Princess Margaret Cancer Center Lodge
Department:Facilities
Reports to: Supervisor, Facilities Management
Hours:37.5 hours per week
Wage Range:$35.07 - $37.55 per hour. Start rate non negotiable.
Shift:Rotating 24 hour shifts
Status:Permanent Full-time
Closing Date:August 28, 2026

Position Summary
The Shift Building Operator is an integral part of the Plant Operations and Maintenance department andmaintainsresponsibility for inspecting the facility/mechanical room.

Duties

• Performing preventative maintenance to ensure the continuous operation of equipment/machinery
• Diagnosing problems with equipment/machinery
• Providingfeedback to ensure new construction and/or modification will notimpactexisting systems
• Repairing equipment/machinery
• Contributing to the efficient operation of the department

Qualifications

• At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent
• A Certificate or Diploma in Building Operations, or a 3rd or 4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate (TSSA), or a recognized licensed trade certification (HVAC, Plumbing, Millwright, Electrician).
• If licensed trade, possession of the provincial Certificate of Qualifications (COQ)
• Minimum of 2 years practical and related experience
• Computer literate to operate automated systems
• Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Exercises initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
• Previous related experience in a health care setting, an asset

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

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