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4th Class Building Operator

@ ATCO

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

On-siteFull-time5+ years experience
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Overview

ATCO Frontec is hiring a 4th Class Building Operator for its RP North team in Yellowknife, NT, to run 24/7 facilities operations. The role covers mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building envelope, landscaping and fire monitoring systems, with rotating after-hours and weekend emergency call-out duty and possible travel to other northern sites. It requires a 4th Class Power Engineer certificate, a Class 5 licence and a government security clearance.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems across the site
  • Complete daily facility walkthroughs and correct deficiencies
  • Respond to after-hours and weekend emergency call-outs on a rotating basis
  • Process corrective and preventative maintenance requests in the CMMS

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 4th Class Power Engineer certification, 5 years' experience
  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence and clean abstract
  • Pass drug and alcohol, fit-to-work and background checks
  • Obtain government security clearance

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Employer posting date
2026-05-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelair: minimal · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certifications4th Class Power Engineer
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdrug and alcohol, criminal record
Security clearanceOther clearance

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Job description

Description:

ATCO Frontec is seeking a 4th Class Building Operator to join our RP North team in Yellowknife, NT. The 4th Class Building Operator is responsible for performing various skilled and semi-skilled tasks to maintain a 24/7 facilities operation. Responsibilities include maintaining the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, building envelope, landscaping, fire monitoring systems

Where We Work and Live:

ATCO Frontec provides preventative and corrective maintenance services for our customers throughout Yellowknife and the surrounding areas. Our maintenance teams are mobile, and travel to other sites may be required – Inuvik, Whitehorse, Rankin Inlet, Iqaluit.

Responsibilities:

  • Work on tasks as assigned by the Site Superintendent with limited supervision.
  • Conduct timely maintenance services and quality repair of equipment
  • Routine handyman duties; working with HVAC Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing (e.g. plunge toilets and unclog drains) and minor Carpentry.
  • Ensuring all building equipment is in good running order and relevant certifications are up to date.
  • Conduct daily facility walkthroughs of assigned portfolio and correct deficiencies.
  • Maintain daily equipment and meter reading logs where required.
  • Respond to emergency requirements; Available for emergency call out duty during afterhours and on weekends on a rotating basis.
  • Conduct detailed inspections to ensure that scheduled and periodic maintenance of building and equipment have been completed.
  • Active participation in Preventative Maintenance program including unscheduled repairs.
  • Use CMMS for processing Corrective and Preventative Maintenance requests in conjunction with site superintendent and maintenance administrator personnel.
  • Prioritize activities to complete work as scheduled and in a timely manner.
  • Follow safe work practices and ensure work is performed in accordance with work standards.
  • Maintain all service tools and equipment in good working condition and arrange for repair or replacement as required.
  • Others duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4th Class Power Engineer Certification, preferably with experience with Biomass Boiler Systems and/or Heating Oil, Minimum 5 years’ experience is required.

  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean drivers abstract is required.

  • Must be able to pass a Drug & Alcohol Test, Fit-to-Work Test, and Extensive Background Check.
  • Must be able to obtain Government Security Clearance.
  • Professional communication skills, oral, and written

  • Ability to prioritize and multitask

  • Work well under pressure

  • Effectively solve problems

This position has been identified as safety sensitive and will require completion of a pre-employment alcohol & drug test, fit to work medical test.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Who We Are:

ATCO Frontec provides facilities management, remote operations, infrastructure, construction, and defence support services across Canada and internationally. We partner with government, Indigenous, industrial, commercial, and defence clients to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative solutions in both urban and remote environments. Our success is built on operational excellence, strong client relationships, and the expertise of our people.

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