Black & McDonald is currently seeking a Building Operator to join our Facilities Management & Operations team in Victoria, BC. If you are a hands-on, customer service-oriented, and technically-inclined professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you.
The Building Operator will be responsible for performing preventative and demand maintenance for facility. As part of a team, the Building Operator will be responsible for monitoring the conditions within the facility and grounds to ensure that the building operates within the designed environmental thresholds. This will be achieved by executing the preventative maintenance plan, combined with a proactive approach to detect failures by performing inspections and correcting deficiencies.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
In conjunction with the Project Manager and the team, plan and execute responsive and planned maintenance in accordance with contract requirements
Assist the Project Manager to develop cost estimates for required repairs and minor works projects
Provide access and operational support to subcontractors performing work on our behalf, verify that required work is completed and report any deficiencies with proposed remedial actions
Ensure that work order requests and scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PMs) are prioritized and addressed in a timely manner
Monitor Building Automation System
Schedule and co-ordinate work activities with other subcontractors
Perform mechanical rounds and log readings
Respond to tenant and client requests
Perform duties such as cleaning, painting, snow removal, HVAC adjustments, filter maintenance, minor plumbing maintenance, general building repair
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Obtain site information for contracts and service agreements
Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients
Request materials and supplies
Liaise with and escort subtrades
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Problem Solving and Innovation
Values and Respects Others
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of general Building HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Life Safety Systems
1-3 years’ experience in building operations is an asset
Knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Direct Digital Controls (DDC) an asset
Trades background with customer service experience - certification (or equivalent) would be considered an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Available for after hours on-call and Emergency call outs on a rotational basis
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times with the client, fellow employees and the general public who visit the facility
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Excel, Word & Outlook is required
Strong problem solving skills
Expected compensation for this role is a starting pay range between $26-$30/hour dependent on skills and experience.
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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