Building Operator - Vancouver, Canada - Science World
Description
Full Time Regular
Position:
Building Operator, Building Engineering
Reports to:
Facility Manager
Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia.
Our mission is
_to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature_ and our purpose is
_Science for All.
Our people are our greatest asset.
As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone's unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other.
You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values:Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.
Position Description
Under the direction of the Facility Manger, the Building Operator is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day building operation and maintenance of the facilities and surrounding grounds as part of a Building Engineering team.
As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months.
Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings.
Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Ensure proper and timely execution of the Building Management System (DDC) for the HVAC system, lighting, electrical, plumbing, safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting, and emergency generator), and other equipment in the building
- Provide daytoday general building operation and maintenance and repairs based on the work order system. General building maintenance consists of painting, dry wall, flooring, minor furniture/equipment move and repair tasks, landscaping sprinkler system, basic plumbing, basic electrical and mechanical repair
- Ensure that any installation and repair of equipment complies with local codes and regulations and follows organizational priorities
- Participate in programs related to OHS compliances for issues related to the building and facility operations, such as mold, indoor air quality, pest control etc.
- Work collaboratively with the other team members and sharing knowledge
- Ability to read blueprints, building O&M manual (operation and maintenance) and associated data bases
- To be able to do oncall for afterhours emergencies related to the building system, fire system and security system on a rotating basis
- Oversee projects happening in the building and contractors as needed
- Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role
Qualifications
- A minimum of Grade 12 education
- A minimum 3 years building operation experience with minimum 5th Class Power Engineer certificate issued by Technical Safety BC. Fourth class power engineer certificate is an asset
- Must have excellent customer service and communication skills with internal and external clients. Ability to work in a team environment
- Being detailedoriented, responsible, and passionate personality
- Proven organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiar with EnteliWEB, Encelium, hippos will be an asset
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Physically able to safely lift at least 23 kilograms
- Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
- Possess a valid class 5 BC driver's license with a clean driving record
Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment Day, Science World membership, RRSP matching, Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.
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