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BUILDING OPERATOR

@ Black & McDonald Limited

Toronto, Ontario

Full-time1+ years experience
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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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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

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Construction site, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 65 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsBES 1, BES 2
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
Security clearanceOther 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/

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Reported office locations
  • 2100 - 2 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 1A8, CA
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  • 1801 Quebec Avenue, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3S7, CA
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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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…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, ON
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1921
SpecialtiesElectrical ConstructionFacilities ManagementFacility Maintenance ServicesRenewable ServicesUtility ServicesConstruction ServicesEnergy & Sustainability ServicesEngineering & DesignFabrication and Modular Construction Servicesand EV Charging Infrastructure Services
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Job description

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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