Building Operator

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

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General Building Operations

You as a Building Operator will:

• Perform daily inspections of building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to ensure proper operation.
• Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) to maintain building temperatures, humidity levels, and equipment performance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) on building equipment, including pumps, motors, fans, air handling units, and mechanical systems.
• Respond to maintenance requests, equipment failures, alarms, and emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing issues and coordinate repairs as required.
• Monitor chillers, heat exchangers, cooling systems, and associated equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections of fire and life safety systems, including fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, and emergency generators.
• Complete daily equipment readings, operational logs, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Assist with building shutdowns, equipment startups, and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with external contractors and specialized trades to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Monitor building conditions and adjust equipment operations to maintain occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
• Inspect mechanical rooms, rooftops, service areas, and other building spaces for deficiencies and safety hazards.
• Respond to tenant or occupant concerns regarding temperature, leaks, lighting, and general building maintenance.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track work orders, preventative maintenance, and equipment deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, building codes, and corporate operating standards.
• Support building operations during after-hours emergencies and scheduled shutdowns.

Ice Rink & Arena Operations

• Support NHL, NBA and other Events as required.
• Monitor and maintain ice rink refrigeration systems, including ammonia refrigeration plants, glycol circulation systems, pumps, and associated equipment.
• Monitor ice slab temperatures, ice conditions, and arena environmental conditions to ensure optimal ice quality.
• Formal shift handovers to ensure outstanding issues are captured and communicated.
• Operate and adjust HVAC and dehumidification systems to maintain appropriate temperature, humidity, and dew point levels throughout the arena.
• Conduct routine inspections of refrigeration equipment, monitoring operating pressures, temperatures, and system performance.
• Assist with ice plant startups, shutdowns, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of refrigeration equipment.
• Monitor and maintain reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment systems used for ice resurfacing operations.
• Coordinate with ice operations personnel to support ice resurfacing, ice maintenance, and event conversions.
• Respond to refrigeration alarms, equipment failures, and changing environmental conditions to minimize disruptions to event operations.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, inspection records, and preventative maintenance documentation related to ice plant and venue operations.

Is this the right role for you?

• Ontario Third Class Stationary Engineer’s Certificate or Building Operator Certificate/Diploma or equivalent
• College level education or equivalent work related knowledge of building operations &
• Minimum 3-5 years related experience in plant operations (steam generators, refrigeration, building automation systems) and hold a valid Millwright
• Work well within a team
• Knowledge of trouble shooting & repairing building systems and performing other related plant duties as required.
• Demonstrated computer skills
• The hourly range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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