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General Repair Technician - Static

  • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
Experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience providing preventive and corrective maintenance on heating ventilation and air conditions systems, or pneumatic or hydraulic systems.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

SUMMARY 

The General Repair Technician is responsible for operating the facility including, but not limited to mechanical other supporting systems; performing structured inspections, preventative and corrective maintenance, routine and on-demand services on facility mechanical equipment and other systems. The General Repair Technician is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Troubleshooting

  • Provides observations about facility, facility mechanical and electrical equipment and systems conditions and deficiencies and provides suggestions for enhancement and repair. 

Maintenance

  • Performs work in accordance to established processes and practices. 
  • Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection. 
  • Performs regular facility, mechanical and other equipment and systems monitoring inspections, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime objectives are met, uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility are maintained. 
  • Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance on facility mechanical equipment and other systems. 
  • Monitors assigned facility by conducting facility walkthroughs for mechanical, electrical and other equipment system monitoring and inspection. 
  • Operates facility mechanical and other systems 
  • Manages work order life cycle progressing the work form dispatched through to completion and records resolution data within service maintenance management database. Ensures work completed meets quality, contract response and all other requirements 
  • Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded and escalated, and that related documents are maintained. 

Client Relations

  • Assists in enhancing tenant and customer satisfaction and maintaining positive relations through manner in which work is performed and services delivered. 

Administration

  • Participates in and assists with facility-related projects. 
  • Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection and any other applicable requirements. 
  • Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required 
  • Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
  • Other duties as assigned 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • High school diploma plus trades training and/or certification or licensing. 
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience providing preventive and corrective maintenance on heating ventilation and air conditions systems, or pneumatic or hydraulic systems. 
  • Sound knowledge of processes and practices relating to facility operations and maintenance  
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain, troubleshoot and repair (as per applicable qualifications) mechanical and other building systems and equipment  
  • Possesses a strong environmental, health, and safety mindset. 
  • Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency  
  • Knowledge and understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS) 
  • Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification 
  • Mentoring skills required to support lower level technician’s development 
  • Must be able and willing to work shifts, be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise 
  • Must strictly adhere to Health and Safety policies including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 
  • Must be capable of obtaining appropriate security clearance 
  • Knowledge and understanding of HVAC Systems 

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

  • Building Operator Certification or equivalent through an accredited institution required 

This is a regular, full-time position with an hourly range of $25.00- $33.29 per hour. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.


We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for a future vacancy.
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askPC@bgis.com. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The General Repair Technician performs preventative and corrective maintenance on facility mechanical, electrical, and supporting systems to ensure operational uptime. They also conduct regular inspections, manage work orders, and maintain positive tenant relations while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma along with relevant trade training or certification, plus at least 3 years of experience in facility maintenance. Proficiency in HVAC, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems and the ability to obtain security clearance are required.

Skills

  • Preventative maintenance
  • Corrective maintenance
  • HVAC systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Building automation systems
  • Troubleshooting
  • Facility inspections
  • Mechanical equipment repair
  • Electrical equipment monitoring
  • Work order management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Client relations
  • Data relay
  • Mentoring

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Security & Safety
  • Administrative

Keywords

  • Facility management
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Corrective maintenance
  • HVAC
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Building automation systems
  • BAS
  • Work order management
  • Health and safety
  • Fire protection
  • Facility inspections
  • Asset integrity
  • Building operator certification
  • Trade certification
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Facility operations
  • Equipment monitoring

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