Research In Motion (RIM), a global leader in wireless innovation, revolutionized the mobile industry with the introduction of the BlackBerry® solution in 1999. Today, BlackBerry products and services are used by millions of customers around the world to stay connected to the people and content that matter most throughout their day. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. RIM is listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market (NASDAQ: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit
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POSITION SUMMARY
As a Building Technician - B Operator you will be responsible for maintaining the building infrastructure, including preventative and predictive maintenance, for mechanical and electrical systems on a daily basis. You will be responsible for the day to day operation of building maintenance with support from the Facilities Manager. This role is predominantly a customer service role for which you will need strong communications skills with the ability to deal with people at all levels of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate's responsibilities will include:
Responding to any building related requests or emergencies, providing resolution via escalation if required for all HVAC, electrical including generators, ups preventative maintenance (load and non load testing), plumbing related issues and draft complaints
Checking of fire suppression (weekly maintenance)
Reporting difficult or unusual maintenance situations to supervisor; discussing options and recommending course of action to be taken
Assisting in establishing, maintaining and modifying a preventive maintenance program
Preparing written and oral reports; compiling and assembling data on maintenance and repair activities for individual building as assigned
Interacting effectively and courteously with managers, co-workers, contractors, inspectors, and others contacted in the course of work
Participating in all H&S training requirements in relation to the workplace environment, following company standards, policies and procedures
Managing of site waste and recycling programs, housekeeping
Ensuring records are kept and work orders closed in a timely manner
Performing other assignments, which may not be recurring
Responding to hot and cold calls and emergency responses
Ensuring the building systems are maintained and in proper working order on a daily basis
Aiding in the monitoring of contracted service providers and respond to employee concerns
Participating in after hour response and on call response as required
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years experience as a certified Class B Refrigeration Operator
5 to 10 years in hvac, electrical, plumbing, life safety and building controls systems
Experience in refrigeration chillers, hydronic systems and VAV systems
Experience in direct expansion (DX) refrigeration systems
Knowledge and skills in the basic building trades
Capable of reading basic engineering design drawings and building layouts
Experience with precision AC units (i.e. Liebert units)
Exposed to steam systems and operations steam boilers up to 100 HP
Capable of operating building automation systems (Delta controls) and work with digital controls
Strong computer skills which include MS Word and MS Excel
Valid Driver License
Ability to analyze and service operation equipment used at the building
Must be able to multi-task and function in a fast pace environment
Ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff
Has sensitivity to confidential matters
Team player and willingness to take on new challenges
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and the internet
To be able to respond / support during emergency situations 24/7 and participate in on call rotation as required
Weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) is required
A team player with strong customer and communication skills
ADDITIONAL ASSETS
Data Centre experience
If you're driven to take wireless technologies to the next level, it's time you join the team at RIM. We offer a challenging environment that fosters creativity and rewards excellence. Employees also have use of our award winning BlackBerry!
