Shift Engineer/ Building Operator

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Canada seeks an O&M Stationary Engineer/Building Operator responsible for maintenance and repair of hospital infrastructure equipment, including central plant and mechanical rooms. Reports to Operations Manager, guided by Chief Engineer under safety regulations.

You will operate boilers, HVAC units, pumps; inspect pipes; log readings; perform chemical tests; after-hours maintenance; participate in safety training; support snow removal; ensure PPE; work with staff and patients.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Stationary Engineer or above.
• Graduate of a trade or vocational school is an asset (Electrician, Plumber, Gasfitter).
• Graduate of a Building Operators Technician course is preferred.
• Previous experience in a large institution working with HVAC, Med Gas, Life Safety systems, and other infrastructure equipment.
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff and patients.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instruction.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all mechanical equipment such as steam boilers, generators, HVAC units and other related building equipment and systems.
• Inspect, install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings, and maintain heating, water and drainage systems.
• Record readings from equipment in the logbook.
• Perform chemical tests on boilers, heating, water softeners, and apply chemicals as needed.
• Clean and change filters as required.
• Perform inspections and minor repair duties in patient rooms and Operating Rooms and mechanical rooms.
• Perform daily or nightly rounds of equipment and systems and record readings on the rounds cards.
• Clean, lubricate, and check belts, steam traps, and pumps.
• Perform maintenance after hours and on weekends when the Facility Maintenance Department is closed.
• Participate in departmental training programs including Lock Out/Tag Out and Safety Toolbox talks.

Skills

4th Class Stationary Engineer

HVAC systems

Med Gas

Life Safety systems

Communication skills

Reading & Writing

Education

Trade or vocational training

Building Operator Technician course

Job description

What you will do

The O&M Stationary Engineer/Building operator is responsible for the maintenance and repair of Hospital infrastructure equipment This includes areas in and out of the Central Utility Plant and Hospital mechanical rooms. Reporting Relationship The O&M Stationary Engineer reports directly to the Operations Manager while the Chief Engineer will guide you through building operations and the Technical Safety Authority regulations and codes.

How you will do it

• Operate and maintain all mechanical equipment such as steam boilers, generators, H.V.A.C units and other related building equipment and systems.
• Inspect, install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings, and maintain heating, water and drainage systems.
• Record readings from equipment in the logbook.
• Perform chemical tests on boilers, heating, water softeners, and applies chemicals as needed.
• Clean and change filters as required.
• Perform Inspections and minor repair duties on all floor levels which include , patient rooms and Operating Rooms.
• Perform Inspections and routine duties in the mechanical rooms.
• Perform Daily or Nightly rounds of equipment and systems and record readings on the Rounds Cards.
• Clean, lubricate, and check belts, steam traps, and pumps.
• Perform all maintenance duties throughout the Hospital after hours and on weekends when the Facility Maintenance Department is closed.
• Participate in all departmental training programs including but not limited to, Lock Out/Tag Out, but all other JCCLP Safety Toolbox talks.
• May shovel snow, and spread salt and sand to assist snow removal contractor.
• Ensure personal protective equipment is properly utilized and maintained.
• Actively participate in all Hospital Codes (either tests or real) directly related to Facility Maintenance involvement.

What we look for

• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (attend training as required).
• 4th Class Stationary Engineer or above.
• Graduate of a trade or vocational school is an asset (Electrician, Plumber, Gasfitter).
• Graduate of a Building Operators Technicians course is preferred.
• Previous experience in a large institution working with HVAC, Med Gas, Life Safety systems, and other infrastructure equipment.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties according to specific assignments.
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff and patients.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instruction.

Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch to make repairs or installations, or to gain access to pipes. Near-visual acuity. Subject to noise and heat from machinery.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $39.39- $43.37 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

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