Building Operator Class 5 Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald's Alberta team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

As a Building Operator, you will have overall responsibility for maintaining client facilities located in Calgary and the greater Calgary area. Working closely with the Facilities Management and Operations (FMO) Project Manager and the broader team, you will plan and execute responsive and planned maintenance in alignment with contract requirements. This includes maintaining safe conditions inside and outside the facilities, performing minor plumbing and electrical repairs, overseeing subcontractor safety, and conducting mechanical inspections and equipment maintenance using FMO strategies to ensure continued operation.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs basic tours and log readings
• Performs duties related to cleaning, painting, garbage removal, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical duties
• Establishes methods to meet work schedules and coordinates work activities with other subcontractors; supervises sub-contractors and assists them as required; verifies that required work is completed and reports any deficiencies with proposed remedial actions
• Responds to tenant requests promptly and safely
• Complies with the Company's code of conduct, health and safety policies, and work practices at all times; prioritizes safety in all tasks
• Regularly communicates health, safety and environmental issues or concerns with other staff, sub-contractors and clients
• Builds and maintains client and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry
• Assists in developing and implementing quality control programs
• Prepares progress reports and issues progress schedules to clients
• Requests/purchase of materials and supplies
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
• Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
• Customer Focus (understands the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
• Holds Self and Others Accountable (takes personal responsibility to meet commitments)
• Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
• Teamwork and Collaboration (work cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
• Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)
  

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent; currently working towards Class 5 Power Engineering Certification
• Class 5 Power Engineering Certification is a must
• Trade apprenticeships or training in plumbing, HVAC or electrical systems considered an asset

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 plus years of experience in Building operator/ Facilities Maintenance
  

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical building systems and equipment
• Ability to use computers, tablets, smartphones and related technology efficiently; adept in handling work orders through mobile applications including MS Office 365
• Maintains a professional demeanour with clients, fellow employees
• Clean Class 5 AB Driver's License. Practices responsible driving and performs basic upkeep of the assigned vehicle. Available to travel to various assigned client facilities
• Available for after hours on-call and Emergency call outs on a rotational basis
• Physical demands of the job include walking and standing for extended periods, lifting and carrying objects as needed, bending, crouching, and working in confined spaces, safely use ladders and other equipment, tools
  

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodation is available upon request for candidates to take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.