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Black & McDonald Limited Building Operator I – Anticipatory Pool in Ottawa, Ontario
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100 + years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's Facility Management & Operations team is growing! We are building an anticipatory pool of qualified professionals to support future opportunities. If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard‑working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Building Operator position is a unionized position and typically reports directly to the Contract Manager. Their primary focus is safe and efficient operation of the facility, ensuring availability of supplies for maintenance of system equipment, and diagnosing trouble calls and developing action to be taken.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The design and implementation of custom control applications
Troubleshoot BAS programming
Provide BAS support network support as required
Perform shift tours and log readings
Start-up/shut down major building equipment
All water treatment duties
Diesel, fire alarm, life safety tests
Air balancing
AHU maintenance and alignment
Heat pump servicing and trouble shooting
Alignment of pumps and couplings
Minor repairs to pneumatic equipment
All aspects of the heating ventilation and air conditioning systems
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Change Orientation
High Attention to Detail
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- 4th or 3rd Class Operating Engineer certificate required with extensive experience in BAS and HVAC systems
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Building Operator with 2 years' facilities maintenance and operations experience.
Strong technical capabilities in building systems and equipment.
Heating & cooling systems, safety & compliance, and diagnostic tools knowledge.
Basic HVAC and plumbing skills.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Excellent customer service skills in ensuring client requests are responded to professionally and promptly.
Bilingual English-French is an asset.
Must be able to work in confined spaces and/or working at heights.
Bending and lifting (under 30kg) required.
Valid driver's license is required.
Must obtain and maintain a valid Reliability Clearance (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of 5 years).
This position's wage rate follows the 787 Union Agreement schedule.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.