Tradesperson 1 - Millwright

BGIS; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management provider is seeking a Tradesperson I - Millwright in Fraser Valley. The role involves independent work on machinery maintenance and repairs in a health care facility, requiring a Red Seal Millwright Journeyperson certification and a minimum of three years' experience in the field. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• More than three years up to five years of job-related experience.
• Must have a valid Red Seal Millwright Journeyperson trades certification.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute the preventative maintenance program as per existing manuals.
• Complete safe and efficient repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Respond to work orders with varying time constraints.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Health Care Facility experience

Proficiency in controls

Creative problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High school completion plus specialized technical course

Red Seal Millwright Journeyperson certification

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com

SUMMARY

This role is for a self-performing (“hands on”) Tradesperson I - Millwright who will work independently under minimal supervision to provide a high level of operational services to our clients and our building. The Tradesperson I - Millwright will install, maintain and overhaul machinery as required within a safety first environment. The Tradesperson I - Millwright will require familiarity in the use of plans and blueprints to complete preventative maintenance, installations, repairs and implement improvement measures. The Tradesperson I - Millwright will work with an interdisciplinary team of skilled tradespeople to both service and efficiently alleviate mechanical, electrical and building issues. Tradesperson I - Millwright will be expected to work alongside, and in other trade disciplines as appropriate.

The position requires an inherent mechanical aptitude combined with years of experience, troubleshooting and optimizing equipment. Beyond understanding mechanical, electrical and control systems, the Tradesperson I will also possess critical thinking and planning skills that best enable them to apply that understanding in a creative and practical fashion in a safe manner.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the preventative maintenance program as per existing manuals, planning and scheduling.
• Complete the safe and efficient repair and maintenance of Plant Facilities and equipment as required.
• Respond to work orders with varying time constraints in a proficient manner.
• Identify opportunities to work as a team and involve other team members in order to resolve concerns as effectively as possible.
• Maintain detailed records of technical information and labour hours of repairs and improvements
• Comply with all Company policies as required.
• Plant Services work falling within the scope of work defined in the Facility Maintenance Services Agreement (FMSA) as and when required, directed or assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:High school completion plus a specialized technical course and must be a Red Seal Millwright Journeyperson

JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:More than three years up to five years

Knowledge & Skills

• Able to communicate clearly both verbal and written.
• Have some proficiency in computer usage and Microsoft Office.
• Health Care Facility experience is an asset.
• Have Proficiency in controls is an asset.
• Assertive and self-motivated, able to analyze and prioritize tasks.
• Intimate knowledge of equipment and processes within scope of job.
• Constantly open to new ideas, open to change and improvement, capable of moving ideas into actions by leveraging planning skills and the ability to involve and motivate others.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and trouble techniques of equipment problems.
• Creative problem-solving skills are essential.
• General knowledge of blueprint reading and building plans.
• Team player in providing knowledge and expertise with following plans and schedules set by the team.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Must possess a valid Red Seal Millwright Journeyperson trades certification, as specified by Management.

Work Environment

• Clean, professional health care facility and Union shop environment.
• Must wear all PPE including company provided uniforms.
• Required to carry out routine, repetitive tasks such as reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, lifting, packing, stacking and bending.
• Daily interaction with clinical staff.

Although this is a day shift position some overtime and varied evening/night tasks may be required.

This is a full-time Tradesperson 1 – Millwright position with a current union hourly rate of $42.06. This opportunity is on-site in Fraser Valley.

AtBGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.