Black & McDonald’s Facilities Management & Operations team in BC is growing! 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 is located at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC and reports directly to the Facility Manager.

Under specific direction, the FMO Building Operator responds to tenant requests, performs preventive maintenance inspections, and minor repairs, to ensure continuing operation. This position involves working a rotating 12 hour shift schedule (two days on, two nights on, four days off). The Building Operator will fulfill day to day tasks in a timely manner ensuring that the building operates safely and efficiently. The position also requires compliance with Black & McDonald codes of conduct, health, safety and environmental policies and safe work practices along with any client specific protocol.

Respond to tenant requests.Perform shift tours and log readingsPerform preventative maintenance, cleaning, paintingPerform minor repairs including: faucets, sinks, clear toilets and drains, cleaning grease traps and sumps, replace lamps, reset breakersMaintain the cleanliness of all shops and mechanical roomsObserve and implement safe work practicesOther duties as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Communicates Effectively Continuous LearningCustomer FocusProblem Solving and InnovationTeamwork and Collaboration Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

4th class power engineer certificate preferredOther trade certificates would be an asset

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Building operations experience preferredBasic knowledge and/or experience in building automated systems and HVAC systems

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to speak, read & write in EnglishExcellent verbal and written communications skills required Follow instructions both written and verbalMaintain a professional demeanor at all times with fellow employees and customerAccomplish all duties and tasks as assignedMaintain clear and courteous two way radio and/or phone etiquetteA team player, committed to working in a quality environmentComply with all company policies and procedures and adhere to company standardsBending and Lifting Required; Lifting under 30 kgsMust be able to work on ladder or scaffold at various heightsMust be able to work in confined spacesMust be able to work a rotating 12 hour shift in a union environmentMust be able to pass RCMP Criminal Record Check

Due to many mandatory vaccination requirements at client projects / facilities, in order to provide substantial employment by ensuring compliance with our clients mandates, the successful candidate must be able to validate full vaccination prior to hire.

Expected compensation for this role is a starting pay range between $36.33-45.42/hour in accordance with union rates (dependent on skills and experience and trade certifications).

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.