Posted 2 months ago
BUILDING OPERATOR
@ Black & McDonald Limited
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Black & McDonald is hiring a full-time Building Operator for its Facilities Maintenance team in the Greater Toronto Area. The role covers routine inspections, preventive and demand maintenance, and operating and repairing boilers, chillers, HVAC, pumps, generators and life safety systems across multiple sites. Pay follows the union collective agreement, and the role requires 1-3 years of facilities experience, a BES 1 and/or 2 certificate or trade licence, and a valid driver's licence.
Responsibilities:
- Routine property and site inspections across the GTA
- Preventive and demand maintenance on building systems
- Operate and repair boilers, chillers, HVAC, pumps and generators
- Monitor electrical distribution and building automation alarms
- Perform minor repairs such as faucets, drains and breakers
Requirements summary:
- 1-3 years facilities maintenance and operations experience
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and BAS
- BES 1 and/or 2 certificate or trade licence
- Valid driver's licence with clean abstract
- Able to work in confined spaces and at heights
- Must obtain and maintain security clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Construction site, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 65 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | BES 1, BES 2 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
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Black & McDonald Limited
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Full company description
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi-trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 6,500 employees working out of 40+ offices across North America. With more than 100 years of diverse market experience across North America, we are a forward-thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering customer-focused solutions and operational excellence. For more information on our licenses visit: https://blackandmcdonald.com/licenses/
- LinkedIn followers
- 77,015
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,002
- Reported office locations
- 2100 - 2 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 1A8, CA
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- Business categories
- Electronics
- Government
- Consumer Electronics
- Other recorded names
- Black & McDonald Limited
- Black & McDonald Français
- Specialties
- Electrical Construction
- Facilities Management
- Facility Maintenance Services
- Renewable Services
- Utility Services
- Construction Services
- Energy & Sustainability Services
- Engineering & Design
- Fabrication and Modular Construction Services
- and EV Charging Infrastructure Services
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi-trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 6,500 employees working out of 40+ offices across North America. With more than 100 years of diverse market experience across North America, we are a forward-thinking organization with a strong track…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1921 |
| Specialties | Electrical ConstructionFacilities ManagementFacility Maintenance ServicesRenewable ServicesUtility ServicesConstruction ServicesEnergy & Sustainability ServicesEngineering & DesignFabrication and Modular Construction Servicesand EV Charging Infrastructure Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 104 |
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Building Operator- Full time
Location: GTA
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Facilities Maintenance team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. We're looking for great talent to join our growing team as a Building Operator. Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct routine property and site inspections and perform maintenance as required on various sites in and around the Greater Toronto Area.
- Complete preventive/demand maintenance tasks (chemical treatment maintenance, filter changes, belt replacement, lubrications, cleaning of utility rooms, maintenance of fire prevention systems, testing and inspecting equipment).
- Inspect, operate, maintain and repair boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, uninterruptible power supplies, life safety system, etc.
- Monitor electrical power distribution system, building automation system, and respond to alarms expeditiously and methodically.
- Perform minor repairs: replace washers/faucets; clear sinks toilets and drains; replace pumps/motors; reset breakers, etc.
- Ensure maximum energy efficiency, inspect/operate/maintain and repair mechanical/electrical systems and equipment (including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, life safety system, etc.).
- Ensure all equipment are operated in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable government codes and regulations.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to Work Independently
- Change Orientation
- Communicates Effectively
- Continuous Learning
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Values and Respects Others
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge and understanding of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical systems and BAS.
- Building Environment System certificate or a trade license (BES 1 and/or 2).
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Building Operator with 1-3 years’ facilities maintenance and operations experience.
- Strong technical capabilities in building systems and equipment.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work independently, travelling to various sites in the GTA.
- Excellent customer service skills in ensuring client requests are responded to professionally and promptly.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces and/or working at heights.
- Bending and lifting (under 30kg) required.
- Valid driver’s license is required, with a clean driver’s abstract.
- Must obtain and maintain necessary security clearance.
The expected salary range for this role is determined in accordance with the union collective agreement
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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