Technical Writer

BGIS; Markham; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Technical Writer in Canada to produce and document operating procedures for building maintenance activities. The role involves gathering information from manuals, practitioners, and standards, then translating it into clear procedures.

Responsibilities include writing user manuals, SOPs, MOPs, and EOPS; maintaining document control and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Travel to multiple sites is required.

Qualifications

• Solid command of English in verbal and written communication.
• Technical Writer Certificate is highly favoured.
• Understanding of building-related technical systems from a related degree/diploma/certificate.
• Typically up to 3 years’ experience.
• Excellent observation and communication skills with ability to interview maintenance team members and 3rd party providers.
• Ability to identify relevant regulations and codes.
• Ability to travel to multiple job sites.
• Highly proficient in MS Word and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and maintain clear technical documentation (user manuals, MOPs, SOPs, EOPS).
• Manage documentation processes from inception to publication and ensure version control.
• Edit and proofread to ensure accuracy and clarity.

Skills

English writing

Interviews with stakeholders

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

French (asset)

Process mapping

Education

Engineering degree/certification

Tools

MS Word

Visio

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Technical Writer leverages experience, education, and technical understanding to produce and/or document Operating Procedures for the various maintenance/operations activities in a building and related facilities and equipment. To do so, the Technical Writer will consult published maintenance standards, equipment maintenance manuals, interview maintenance practitioners, observe maintenance activities, etc. Included in Operating Procedures is an outline of maintenance schedules, references, and forms to be used as part of each maintenance activity.
The Technical Writer must have the ability to clearly articulate technical details and instructions in a written form.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Research and Analysis

• Apply information-gathering techniques, research skills, and analysis to define, refine, and document facility maintenance processes and procedures as needed (identify opportunities for improvement, ensure internal consistency).

Best Practices

• Investigate and understand industry regulations and best practices to determine how improvements can be made to current facilities maintenance operating and documentation procedures.

Document Control

• Manage the document control process to ensure consistent nomenclature in document names and that only current documents are available.
• Manage documentation versions and updates using version control tools.
• Ensure documentation complies with relevant industry standards and company branding.

Writing and Editing

• Develop, write, and maintain clear and concise technical documentation, including user manuals, MOPs, SOPs, and EOPS. Manage the process from inception to publication.
• Edit and proofread documents to ensure accuracy, consistency and clarity.

Communication and Collaboration

• Collaborate with managers, operators, and other stakeholders to gather technical information and translate it into documentation that is easily understood by the reader.
• Participate in regular meetings with team members and stakeholders to review progress, gather updates and align on documentation may be very lowoho??

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid command of English in both verbal and written communication.
• Technical Writer Certificate is highly favoured.
• Must have a demonstrated understanding of building-related technical systems which could come from having a degree, diploma or certificate related to mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Demonstrated knowledge which typically comes with up to 3 years’ experience.
• Excellent observation skills and communication skills with the ability to effectively interview maintenance team members and 3rd party providers.
• Able to identify relevant regulations and codes.
• Ability to communicate and write in French is an asset.
• Experience creating and developing process maps.
• Ability to travel to multiple job sites.
• Highly proficient in MS Word and Visio.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Technical Writer Certificate is highly favoured.

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $63,397 - $79,246 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.