SRCE-26-655, EREC, Term Building Operator

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) invites applications for the Building Operator position at East Richmond. You will ensure a safe, efficient instructional environment by managing building energy systems and coordinating maintenance and custodial staff.

The role requires a Red Seal journeyperson or equivalent, five years in building maintenance, and strong knowledge of health and safety procedures, WHMIS, and CPR/First Aid. Salary and benefits follow CUPE Local 955 agreement.

Qualifications

• Red Seal journeyperson certification in a building trade or third class power engineer license.
• Five years’ experience in preventative maintenance, operation and repair of building systems, including heating and ventilation.
• SRCE equivalency pathway including Building Environmental Systems Operator-related courses and practicum.
• Experience with building related software and energy management systems.
• Strong oral and written communication, organizational skills, and knowledge of OHS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the proper instructional environment and building safety through energy management and safety systems.
• Oversee janitorial staff to ensure duties are performed.
• Carry out a preventive maintenance program.
• Inspect building interiors and exteriors and coordinate repairs.
• Manage building materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Keep records of maintenance, work orders, inventories and safety logs.
• Coordinate space for rentals and school events.
• Perform installation, maintenance and repairs of school plant.
• Assist in after-hours emergencies and weekend coverage.
• Comply with SRCE policies, WHMIS, evacuation plans and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

OHS knowledge

Education

Red Seal journeyperson certification or third class power engineer license

SRCE equivalency pathway with required courses

Tools

Energy management software

DDC controls

Job description

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement , senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position, may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,166 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2025-2026, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

This position falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026

Worksite: East Richmond

Work Schedule: 8 hours/day

Deadline for Applications: 11/10/2026, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 11/16/2026 to 01/31/2027 (may be extended contigent on the return of the incumbent)

BUILDING OPERATOR

Responsibilities:

- Ensure the proper instructional environment and building safety through the use of building energy management and safety systems, in accordance with established practices and standards;

- Oversee janitorial staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed;

- Carry out a preventive maintenance program as established by the Strait Regional Centre for Education;

- Inspect, on a regular basis, all areas of the school (including the interior and exterior of the building,)and grounds and performing repairs and ensuring that required janitorial assistance is provided;

- Ensure the proper utilization and control of building materials, tools, equipment and custodial supplies;

- Keep accurate records of all preventive maintenance, work orders, purchase orders, employee time sheets, inventory, snow removal logs, security logs, etc.;

- Coordinate physical requirements for school rentals, dances, tournaments, and other activities;

- Conduct installation, maintenance and repairs of the school plant;

- Assist in after-hours emergencies (evenings, weekend, and holiday coverage), and be available for weekend coverage as required by the Strait Regional Centre for Education;

- Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including occupational health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;

- Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

- Red Seal journeyperson certification in a building trade or third class power engineer license; and Five years’ experience working in preventative maintenance, operation and repair of building systems, and heating and ventilations systems, including heat pumps and air conditioning units;

OR

- Strait Regional Centre for Education equivalency for the Red Seal and five years’ experience, which includes the following:
Approved Courses in a Building Environmental Systems Operator Program.
Required modules or courses would include Building Systems, Heating, Air Handling, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Controls and water treatment.
Two week approved building operator practicum placement within the SRCE.
Five years’ custodial experience within the SRCE.

- Experience in the use of building related software, and DDC controls and energy management systems.

- Previously demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

- Previously demonstrated organizational skills.

- Excellent knowledge of OHS procedures and regulations.

- Excellent technology and computer skills.

- Current WHMIS certification or willing to obtain prior to employment.

- Current CPR & First Aid certification or willing to obtain prior to employment.

- Ability to ensure that all aspects of building maintenance and usage of the school are satisfied and emergencies are dealt with as they arise.

Desirable Qualifications

- Experience supervising janitorial and building trades working in a team environment is an asset.

The SRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ Community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education