Technician - Building Systems II
Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 4J5
Job category: Facilities and equipment services
Job posting ID: 7560
Employment status: Regular full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2025-09-01
Classification: ASO/IT A
Salary/Rate of pay: $23.8446 - $27.2887
Application deadline: 2025-08-15
- This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- Job specific cover letter.
- We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
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About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Technician - Building Systems II to join our dynamic Enterprise Facilities team.
The Building Systems Technician II is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility and grounds in accordance with internal policies and procedures and external regulatory requirements. Maintains the building and grounds in good order. Performs support functions for the Centre.
Formula for success
- Drawing on your knowledge or experience in building maintenance, you will monitor and respond to the operation of building systems including all water treatment systems (R.O. water system, water softener, and hot water heating system, chilled water system, and glycol fluid coolers and cooling tower).
- You will ensure lighting, heating, ventilation, fire protection, access control and other building systems are operating to standard.
- You will operate computerized Building Automation System and make changes to programs as required to accommodate the needs of specific uses (i.e. Laboratory Operations and environmental requirements.).
- Utilizing your organization skills, you will maintain and update records (blueprint changes, schematics, repair history, supplier specifications, etc.) on all essential building equipment/systems.
- Always keeping safety in mind, you will maintain buildings and grounds to ensure security and cleanliness.
- You will inspect fire sprinkler stations weekly, fire extinguishers monthly, and verify as well as maintain all Building Fire Equipment in accordance with the Fire code and all relevant internal Policy and Procedures.
- You will perform generalized departmental support functions and performs back to Maintenance Person as required, including minor repairs on non-critical, non-regulated equipment.
Desired education and skills
- Completion of secondary education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferably in Heating & Cooling or Electrical systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Minimum four (4) years' experience is required.
- Fourth Class Stationary Engineer Certificate, Systems Maintenance Technician or equivalent, would be considered an asset.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- Technical skills including Word and Excel is required.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
What we offer you
- 3 weeks' vacation.
- Annual performance award up to 5%.
- Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
- Shifts/hours - 37.5 hours a week, 7.5 hours a day with rotational on call duties for emergencies.
- Travel requirements - occasional travel will be required.
- Physical requirements - ability to lift weight up to 45 lbs. and pushing equipment up to 600 lbs.
This position must meet the Trustworthiness and Reliability Verification requirements of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and is subject to criminal records and employment verification checks.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.
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