Building Operator III

About the role

The Building Operator III is a technical position responsible for the general operations and preventive maintenance of a hospital facility and its equipment, including the safe operation of steam and low-temperature hot water boiler systems. The operator may take part in specific repair work and assist other trades, subcontractors or colleagues on complex equipment. The position reports to the Working Foreman and Facility Supervisor.

Key responsibilities

• Daily walkthrough, inspection and condition reporting of all areas of the facility
• Control of equipment maintenance, building structures and property in line with approved practices, using the Work Order system and keeping accurate logs
• Timely reporting of technical system abnormalities and accurate documentation of inventory consumption
• Daily supervision, operation and preventive maintenance of technical systems: steam generating systems, reverse osmosis plant, abstraction well and water rejection systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, operating room equipment, fire and life safety systems, building automation, and medical gas/air and pneumatic tube systems
• Safe maintenance and repair of steam and low-temperature hot water boilers, and routine, urgent and emergency response and repair
• Maintain building finishes (wall repairs, painting, window blinds) and lockable hardware (doors, automatic doors, windows, magnetic keying)
• Maintenance of plumbing fixtures, piping, and hydronic loop water treatment and analysis
• Scheduled building inspections and reports, and operation of the sewage treatment plant during operator absences
• Respond to maintenance calls from the Help Desk, create corrective Work Orders and update work order status
• Complete safety training (lockout/tag-out, fall arrest, confined space, WHMIS, CPR/first aid), lead toolbox talks and complete Building System training courses

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year of operating and maintenance experience
• Ability to work rotating shifts for 24/7/365 coverage
• Good knowledge of building and facilities maintenance, and understanding of plumbing, HVAC, electrical and mechanical systems
• Respect for a diverse clientele in a hospital environment
• Willingness to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Safe use of hand and power tools common in HVAC, electrical and mechanical trades
• Clear written communication on work orders and timely documentation
• Cooperative working relationships and adherence to safe work practices