Building Systems Operator

Role overview

Building systems and maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance on building support systems and the Purified Water System; keep manufacturing environmental conditions within specifications.
• Maintain and calibrate Metasys sensors, generate environmental reports, and complete and document Maximo work orders accurately and on time.
• Operate boilers, condensate and softener systems, cooling towers, chillers, dehumidification systems, heaters, hot-water systems, and air compressors.
• Operate and maintain reverse osmosis and deionized water systems; conduct rounds, chemical preparation, sanitization, and membrane cleaning.
• Respond to facility emergencies, including boiler, cooling tower, compressor, and water-leak failures.
• Print and review daily PMS/PWS and BAS reports; conduct building rounds, replace HVAC filters, and perform required fire system inspections.
• Coordinate contractors, monitor GMP and safety compliance, maintain housekeeping equipment, and support baghouse and dust-collector cleaning.
• Issue maintenance and shutdown notifications, report hazards, and perform other utility and facility duties as assigned.

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED certificate and a minimum 4th Class Power (Operating) Engineer, Part A are required.
• Zero to one year of building operator or maintenance experience; experience in a controlled, regulated, or industrial environment is preferred.
• A Building Technology or Facility Systems certificate or Industrial Millwright license is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge and skills

• Knowledge of building utilities and mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, compressors, fire alarms, and HVAC.
• Familiarity with GMP and Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations; proficiency with Microsoft Office and English is required.
• Mechanical and pneumatic troubleshooting knowledge is desirable.
• Ability to communicate confidently with internal and external clients and collaborate with team members.

Work environment and physical demands

• Work takes place in manufacturing and office areas and may involve loud noise, dust, fumes, odors, heights, and required personal protective equipment.
• Physical demands include prolonged standing and walking, periodic stooping or kneeling, and lifting, carrying, or moving up to 40 pounds.
• Cleanroom rules restrict items such as hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair, and contact lenses.

Compensation

• Estimated annualized pay range in Ontario is $56,400 to $84,600.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on day one, paid time off and holidays, a retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Standards and expectations