Facility Operator

Title:Facility Operator

Entity:Encana Events Centre (Dawson Creek, BC)

Department:Operations/Engineering

Reports to:Director of Operations/ Chief Engineer

Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Operations/Chief Engineer the Facility Operators will perform a variety of tasks related to preventative facility maintenance, emergency repairs, and day to day operations.

Education, Experience, Skills/Functions:

  • 5th Class Power Engineer ticket with Refrigeration Endorsement or 4th Class Power Engineering ticket; Plumbing or Electrical ticket may be considered.
  • Experience in building maintenance of HVAC and/or related building systems.
  • Experience with direct digital controls and variable frequency drives a plus.
  • Knowledge of boilers, chillers and refrigeration required.
  • Responsible for Maintenance and Repair of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, chillers, refrigeration, boilers and associated equipment.
  • Accurately maintain records of labor time, parts used, and work accomplished.
  • Performance of all corrective and preventive maintenance duties related to HVAC and building systems.
  • Must possess experience with large, water-cooled chiller systems, ice machines, water filtration and gas-fired equipment.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established Facility Procedures, Occupational, Health & Safety Rules, and Violence in the Workplace policies and W.C.B. Regulations, i.e. WHMIS, T.D.G.
  • Ability to use Windows based computer systems and experience with, Microsoft Office, Micromain, Reliable Controls
  • Must possess excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple assignments.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) work days and extended numbers of days
  • Must have valid WHIMIS ticket or be willing to obtain the first 3 months of employment
  • Must have valid First Aid ticket, trained in CPR and AED’s or be willing to obtain in the first 3 months of employment
  • Ability to lift 40lbs and climb ladders/work from heights, must be able to be fitted for respirators, and have experience with hand and power tools
  • Able to work independently and under minimal supervision
  • Proven record of excellent internal and external customer serviced
  • Desired to have working knowledge of operations equipment including staging, audiovisual, lighting, truss, rigging, small equipment tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, ice resurfacer, edger’s etc.
  • Supervise and direct operations part time staff and monitor performance of assigned responsibilities.
  • 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.
  • Insure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies. Specific duties include, but not limited to: preparing and submitting purchase-order requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies.
  • Assist the operations department as required with event preparation and event needs.
  • Responsible for filling out daily check list and safety inspection reports of equipment
  • Preform Arena Maintenance such as Painting, Drywall repairs, Housekeeping, Cleaning outside grounds, and various other task.
  • Must be able to work as part of a team.
  • Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands:

  • While performing the essential functions of this position, employee will frequently stand and walk for long periods of time and climb stairs and/or ladders; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. Employee will also use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.

Work environment:

  • The essential functions of this position are performed both indoors and outdoors in the weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environments is usually moderate to loud.

This job description is subject to change