Lead Building Technician - 2nd shift

Cushman & Wakefield • Oliver, BC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Operations Lead Hand is a position within the service line of operation and maintenance services of Contractors. The Building Operations Lead Hand will direct work and train a team of building operators and others as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience at Journeyman level OR equivalent of ten years’ experience in the facilities maintenance, construction or other related field.
• BC trade qualification in mechanical or other building trade (electrical or plumbing preferred).
• 4th Class Power Engineering Ticket preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass appropriate security checks.
• Ability to be immunized in accordance with the Public Health Act and client requirements.
• Sound knowledge of building systems including: Mechanical: boilers, chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration, pumps, fans, motors, elevators, BAS and air conditioning controls. Electrical: high voltage systems, low voltage systems, primary and secondary transformers, HVAC control systems, lighting and power systems, telecommunication systems, motor control centers, critical power emergency generators with UPS.
• Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships with tenants, internal staff, contractors, suppliers, and the public.
• Able to work independently with minimal direction and respond quickly to emergency situations; organized and detail oriented.
• Computer proficient, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, BAS and CMMS maintenance program.
• Excellent customer service, and technical skills.
• Strong knowledge of work protection codes and accident investigation.
• Working hours will be as designated to align with day shift operations Monday to Friday and may also include evenings and weekends as well as on-call for emergency situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Experience managing a similar facility and experience with building automation system(s).
• Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Must be able to work effectively with others in a professional and non-confrontational manner.
• Certified in the use of aerial work platform equipment.
• Must be familiar, trained, and experienced using all hand tools, forklifts, telehandlers, aerial boom lifts, scissor lifts, and safely operating all other site equipment.
• Must be comfortable working at heights using ladders, climbing up or down ship ladders and work platforms.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces with the proper training and set-up.
• Must be able to do extensive building rounds and work and walk for long shifts throughout the site buildings, up and down stairs and along catwalks, rooftops, etc.
• Must be able to work inside and outside the buildings for all four (4) seasons.

Nice To Haves

• BC trade qualification in mechanical or other building trade (electrical or plumbing preferred).
• 4th Class Power Engineering Ticket preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all calls as directed by the Honeywell Help Desk, and Honeywell Facility Manager or designate.
• Prioritize activities to complete work as scheduled and in a timely manner and refer major problems, either mechanical, technical or tenant relations to Honeywell Facility Manager for assistance.
• Maintain all service tools and equipment in good working condition and arrange for repair or replacement as required.
• Follow safe work practices and ensure work is performed in accordance with Honeywell work standards. Ensure staff under supervision do the same.
• Complete reports and paperwork within required timelines.
• Follow safety guidelines and actively lead in establishing safe work plans.
• Plan and document maintenance and repair activity as per contractual requirements and relevant guidelines.
• Maintain and repair the following systems but not limited to: General break downs on mechanical (plumbing, HVAC) electrical and structural systems; Inspection and testing of fire dampers, fire system interface, fans (toilet, kitchen, car park exhaust, specialist supply and return); Mechanical repairs to kitchen equipment (excluding specialized equipment such as microwave); Low level mechanical repairs and maintenance to cool rooms and fridges (excluding specialized requirements such as re gassing); Low level fire system works (isolation for works); Low level maintenance of data room systems (excluding proprietary manufacturer’s requirements); Support for generator maintenance and testing (attendance of testing and witnessing required change over); Low level BMS interaction (adjusting set points, printing reports and isolation).
• Endeavors to provide a response to all phone calls from the Honeywell “Facility Manager”, or their designate within 15 minutes of a call, per the Master Services Agreement, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including statutory holidays, as well as ensuring availability for service escalations from any Honeywell staff or the Honeywell Help Desk.
• Completes monthly reporting of Contractor Schedule and deliver site safety talks and document attendance.
• Provide technical guidance to other Building Operators as needed.
• Be familiar with all aspects of building operation and systems, oversee facility maintenance and operation activities.
• Ensures all work performed is done in a timely and cost effective manner according to the applicable codes.
• Assists in reviewing and engineering, with Honeywell representative(s), any plans or specifications for additional maintenance services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
• The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED