Building Operator / Maintenance Technician in Halifax, NS

City:

Halifax, NS, Canada

Category:

Other Specialties

Description:

Location: Halifax, NS
Work Location: Purdy’s Wharf, 1959 Upper Water Street, Suite 205
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $57K

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Building Operator to join our property management team in Halifax. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of commercial building systems, ensuring a safe, comfortable and efficient environment for tenants.

This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and building automation systems who enjoys problem-solving, preventative maintenance and working as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and operate building systems, including chillers, pumps, air-handling units and other mechanical equipment.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and general repairs on building equipment.
Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems.
Coordinate with contractors and service providers to complete maintenance and repair work.
Perform water treatment testing and assist with testing emergency generators, sprinkler systems and fire alarms.
Respond to tenant maintenance requests and manage work orders through the Angus system.
Conduct regular building inspections and maintain accurate maintenance logs and reports.
Support energy management, sustainability and building efficiency initiatives.
Ensure all health, safety, environmental and property management policies are followed.
Maintain high standards of building cleanliness and housekeeping.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience in commercial building operations or property management.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, Building Automation Systems (BAS) and life safety systems.
Second Class or higher Nova Scotia or interprovincial Refrigeration Plant Operator Certificate of Qualification, or ability to obtain the required certification within the first two years.
Alternatively, a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Certificate of Qualification or equivalent certification.
Valid driver's licence.
Strong troubleshooting, technical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Interest in energy management and sustainability.

Work Schedule

Rotating shifts between 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.
Paid on-call rotation, typically two weeks out of every eight weeks.
Occasional overtime for scheduled preventative maintenance, approximately 8 hours per month.

Company:

Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting

, https://www.staffmax.ca

City:	Halifax, NS, Canada
Title:	Building Operator / Maintenance Technician
Category:	Other Specialties
EmploymentType:	Permanent
Description:	Location: Halifax, NS Work Location: Purdy’s Wharf, 1959 Upper Water Street, Suite 205 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: $57K Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Building Operator to join our property management team in Halifax. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of commercial building systems, ensuring a safe, comfortable and efficient environment for tenants. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and building automation systems who enjoys problem-solving, preventative maintenance and working as part of a team. Key Responsibilities Monitor and operate building systems, including chillers, pumps, air-handling units and other mechanical equipment. Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and general repairs on building equipment. Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems. Coordinate with contractors and service providers to complete maintenance and repair work. Perform water treatment testing and assist with testing emergency generators, sprinkler systems and fire alarms. Respond to tenant maintenance requests and manage work orders through the Angus system. Conduct regular building inspections and maintain accurate maintenance logs and reports. Support energy management, sustainability and building efficiency initiatives. Ensure all health, safety, environmental and property management policies are followed. Maintain high standards of building cleanliness and housekeeping. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in commercial building operations or property management. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, Building Automation Systems (BAS) and life safety systems. Second Class or higher Nova Scotia or interprovincial Refrigeration Plant Operator Certificate of Qualification, or ability to obtain the required certification within the first two years. Alternatively, a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Certificate of Qualification or equivalent certification. Valid driver's licence. Strong troubleshooting, technical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Interest in energy management and sustainability. Work Schedule Rotating shifts between 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Paid on-call rotation, typically two weeks out of every eight weeks. Occasional overtime for scheduled preventative maintenance, approximately 8 hours per month.
Company:	Staffmax Staffing & Recruiting , https://www.staffmax.ca