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Building Operator

@ Ainsworth

Canada

Full-time
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Overview

Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is hiring a full-time Building Operator to monitor, maintain and adjust building systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, pumps and electrical equipment. The role includes running preventive and corrective work orders in a computerized maintenance management system and responding immediately to emergencies. The posting states competitive pay and employee programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, electrical and hot water systems
  • Monitor equipment, record readings and make adjustments
  • Execute preventive and corrective work orders and document them in the CMMS
  • Respond immediately to emergencies and customer concerns
  • Store, use and dispose of hazardous materials safely

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Mechanical and electrical aptitude
  • Working knowledge of building systems such as HVAC and standby power
  • Building Environmental Systems 1 or 2 preferred
  • Facility Operations Certificate preferred

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Employer posting date
2024-04-30
First seen by our source
2026-10-15
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsBuilding Environmental Systems 1, Building Environmental Systems 2, Facility Operations Certificate, Power or Stationary Operating Engineer Class 4, Refrigeration Operator Class B
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)

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Ainsworth

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Full company description

Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379

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Reported office locations
  • 131 Bermondsey Road, Toronto, Ontario M4A1X4, CA
  • 3392 Wonderland Rd S, London, Ontario N6L 1A8, CA
  • 100-2588 27 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, CA
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Business categories
  • Service Industry
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
  • Commercial
Other recorded names
  • Ainsworth Inc
Specialties
  • Technical trade services
  • Energy Conservation & Demand Management
  • IT infrastructure solutions
  • Emergency Technical Service
  • HVAC Sales and Service and more
  • Services techniques spécialisés
  • Économies d'énergie et gestion de la demande
  • Service technique d'urgence
  • Vente et service de CVCA
  • and Solutions d'infrastructure informatique
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Our customers depend on their buildings, industrial assets, processes, and energy management, to help them meet competitive challenges. For over 75 years, customers across Canada and the United States have relied on Ainsworth as their single source partner for installing and keeping their assets safe, effective, and energy efficient. ERCA/EAS #7001379

FieldValue
IndustryFacilities Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesTechnical trade servicesEnergy Conservation & Demand ManagementIT infrastructure solutionsEmergency Technical ServiceHVAC Sales and Service and moreServices techniques spécialisésÉconomies d'énergie et gestion de la demandeService technique d'urgenceVente et service de CVCAand Solutions d'infrastructure informatique
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Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, team today!

Job Summary

The Building Maintenance Technician conducts extensive Monitors operations and conducts a routine and on-going assessment of the building systems operations and performance. Performs tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of departmental equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for operation and maintenance of non-critical equipment such as refrigeration, heat exchanger, HVAC, electrical, hot water systems.
  • Monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
  • Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components.
    Receive and execute work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure. Finalize work orders by completing necessary documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
  • Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
  • Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
  • Performs additional job duties as requested.

Qualifications:

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Mechanical and Electrical aptitude.
  • Working knowledge building systems, such HVAC, standby emergency power, uninterruptible power supplies, and associated infrastructure
  • Power or Stationary Operating Engineer Class 4 (not Required)
  • Refrigeration Operator Class B (not required)
  • Building Environmental Systems 1 or 2 (preferred)
  • Facility Operations Certificate (preferred)

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

Ainsworth, a subsidiary of GDI, is an integrated multi-trade company, offering an end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.

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