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.
Reporting to the FMO Project Manager or their designate, the Building Operator will be responsible for maintaining assigned client facilities located in Calgary and the greater Calgary area. This includes maintaining safe conditions inside and outside the facilities, performing minor plumbing and electrical repairs, safety oversight of subcontractors, and conducting mechanical inspections and equipment maintenance. These tasks will be carried out using Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations (FMO) strategies to ensure continued operational efficiency.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
In conjunction with the Project Manager and the team, plan and execute responsive and planned maintenance in accordance with contract requirements
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 subcontractors and assists them as required; verifies that required work is completed and reports any deficiencies with proposed remedial actions
Responds to tenant requests
Complies with B&M’s code of conduct, health and safety policies, and work practices at all times; regularly communicates health, safety and environmental issues or concerns with B&M staff, sub-contractors and client
Builds and maintains client and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry; promotes good client relationships
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 (understand the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
Holds Self and Others Accountable (take 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
Class 5/4 Power Engineering Certification
Trade certifications in plumbing, HVAC or electrical are highly regarded
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
5+ years experience as Building Operator; experience in operating a commercial facility, preferred
Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical building systems and equipment
Knowledge and experience with building automation systems, fire and life safety systems
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to use computers, tablets, smartphones and related technology efficiently; adept in handling work orders through mobile applications
Communicates effectively, both written and verbal; ability to always maintain a professional demeanour with the client, fellow employees
Available for after hours on-call and Emergency call outs on a rotational basis
Must attend and pass Black & McDonald Basics of Supervision training
Must be able to pass the Federal Reliability Clearance screening process
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. Note: Lifting and transporting heavy bags of salt up a staircase of 15–20 steps will be required on a scheduled basis
Available to travel to various assigned client facilities in Southern Alberta; has a clean Class 5 AB Driver’s License
Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process.
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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