SRCE-26-551, EREC, Term Building Operator

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Barra Head, NS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking a qualified Building Operator to ensure the proper instructional environment and building safety. This role involves managing building energy and safety systems, overseeing janitorial staff, and carrying out a preventive maintenance program. The SRCE is part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, serving approximately 5,948 students and operating 20 schools across four counties. This position is part of the CUPE Local 955 job classification and is a temporary role from June 29, 2026, to August 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Requirements

• Red Seal journeyperson certification in a building trade or third class power engineer license; and Five years’ experience working in preventative maintenance, operation and repair of building systems, and heating and ventilations systems, including heat pumps and air conditioning units
• OR Strait Regional Centre for Education equivalency for the Red Seal and five years’ experience, which includes the following: Approved Courses in a Building Environmental Systems Operator Program. Required modules or courses would include Building Systems, Heating, Air Handling, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Controls and water treatment. Two week approved building operator practicum placement within the SRCE. Five years’ custodial experience within the SRCE.
• Experience in the use of building related software, and DDC controls and energy management systems.
• Previously demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Previously demonstrated organizational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of OHS procedures and regulations.
• Excellent technology and computer skills.
• Current WHMIS certification or willing to obtain prior to employment.
• Current CPR & First Aid certification or willing to obtain prior to employment.
• Ability to ensure that all aspects of building maintenance and usage of the school are satisfied and emergencies are dealt with as they arise.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising janitorial and building trades working in a team environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the proper instructional environment and building safety through the use of building energy management and safety systems, in accordance with established practices and standards
• Oversee janitorial staff to ensure that assigned duties are performed
• Carry out a preventive maintenance program as established by the Strait Regional Centre for Education
• Inspect, on a regular basis, all areas of the school (including the interior and exterior of the building,)and grounds and performing repairs and ensuring that required janitorial assistance is provided
• Ensure the proper utilization and control of building materials, tools, equipment and custodial supplies
• Keep accurate records of all preventive maintenance, work orders, purchase orders, employee time sheets, inventory, snow removal logs, security logs, etc.
• Coordinate physical requirements for school rentals, dances, tournaments, and other activities
• Conduct installation, maintenance and repairs of the school plant
• Assist in after-hours emergencies (evenings, weekend, and holiday coverage), and be available for weekend coverage as required by the Strait Regional Centre for Education
• Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including occupational health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia
• Other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed