Position Summary:

As a member of the Corporate Properties team, the Building Maintenance Operator is responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks for all City buildings.  This includes, but is not limited to day-to-day operations and maintenance of all City buildings, assisting with contract management and communication with all City staff.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides operational and maintenance expertise in the implementation and continuous improvement of:
  • Day-to-day operations, repairs and routine maintenance of all City facilities including air conditioning, electrical, water, sewer, heating, carpentry, ventilation; regular maintenance, office renovations, office moves, in-house janitorial tasks, facility system upgrades; building set ups and tear downs; provides input to his or her supervisor and responds to building maintenance requests. Repairing and installation of equipment, structures, broken fixtures and hardware
  • Diagnosing mechanical issues and providing solutions, routine and preventative building and equipment inspections and maintenance, review and monitor the operation of building systems.
  • Monitor and or support work performed by contractors when professional repairs are necessary, purchases parts and materials for maintenance, maintains inventory of supplies and equipment, contacts external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes and arrange for repair and maintenance work.
  • Responds and communicates with all City staff: gains understanding of concerns, develop practical solutions, identify new ideas and opportunities to enhance productivity; ensures staff are aware when completing projects that may affect their surroundings (e.g., lighting).
  • Upholds safety and security regulations and requirements
• Participates in the assessment of the current and future needs of the Facilities team, exploring cost and operating efficiencies.
• Provides input into and implements City policies and procedures
• Provides respectful, professional verbal and written direction and response to internal and external facility stakeholders (i.e. City staff, Public, Contractors regarding facilities operations and use).
• Appropriate and responsible use of confidential information; maintains confidentiality and security of all information related to the city.
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for staff, visitors, the community and stakeholders, e.g., participates in workplace safety initiatives, participate in formal and informal worksite safety and environment inspections and audits, ensures compliance with the City’s Health and Safety Management System, reports and assists in the analysis of near misses or incidents.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of working experience in facilities maintenance
• Basic understanding of electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and carpentry.
• Journeyman/woman trade certificate considered an asset.
• 5^th Class Power Engineering Certificate considered an asset.

Required Certifications and/or Documentation:

• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s Licence and Drive’s Abstract deemed satisfactory by the city.
• Criminal Record Check deemed satisfactory by the city.

Expected Skills and Attributes:

• Understanding of safely operating equipment.
• Strong time management skills, capable of making time-sensitive decisions
• Strong knowledge of OH&S guidelines.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written; maintain positive and effective working relationships with staff and other stakeholders.
• Must be organized, detail oriented, self motivated and able to multi task.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions by making decisions which are based on existing standard operating procedure/policy.
• Basic proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook).
• Basic analytical and creative thinking skills; problem solving abilities, make decisions, negotiate and deal effectively with people.
• Strong work ethic and highly motivated; ability to work in fast paced environment and respond to action requests in a timely manner.

Working Conditions:

• Physical abilities: regularly performing a variety of manual tasks requiring physical ability and dexterity. Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull items weighing more than 50lbs. Regularly crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, performing repetitive motions and other non-standing positions to complete job tasks.
• Physical environment: may require some outdoor work; moderate odours, dust or fumes may cause discomfort/irritation to eyes or respiratory passages. Exposure to both hot and cold temperatures. Loud noises from equipment/machines.
• Regularly scheduled on-call. May be required to work after regular office hours (evenings, weekends and holidays).
• Normal working hours 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Union: Local #5592 

Position Type: Temporary   

Location: Community Operations

Compensation: Pay Grade will be determined by position placement.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday