Job Level: RE-04 $66,836 to $85,106

Closing Date: 19/08/2025

Building Operator

The Real Estate and Development Branch is looking for a Building Operator for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as a RÉ-04 level (from $66,836 to $85,106 per annum).

ABOUT US

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.

The NCC is a federal landlord of more than 600 assets (commercial, agricultural and residential) with more than 1,700 tenants.

A list of qualified people may be compiled and may be used for additional temporary or indeterminate positions.

JOB OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Chief, Property Management, the Building Operator is responsible for the completion of assigned preventative and corrective maintenance duties and emergency repairs on various types of mechanical, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) or plumbing systems, and of any other tasks related to building maintenance. The Building Operator is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to building codes, environmental, health and safety, and fire protection regulations and legislation.

The Building Operator will liaise and coordinate with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including property managers, project managers, National Capital Commission (NCC) staff, clients/occupants and service providers on a daily basis to identify, assess and define solutions to technical issues and to implement corrective actions to resolve them.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Secondary school diploma.

EXPERIENCE: Three to five years of experience in maintenance and repairs of building systems within residential, institutional, commercial and/or industrial portfolios.

KNOWLEDGE

• Of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems, along with their operation and maintenance schedules.

• Of practices, procedures and safety requirements of the operation of various equipment.

• Of Canadian Electrical Code, National Plumbing Codes and National Fire Protection Association.

• Of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS).

ABILITIES

• To analyze, assess and diagnose a variety of equipment problems.

• To solve problems and conduct a diagnostic test.

• To effectively communicate with internal and external clients.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrating integrity and respect – Civility and well-being.

• Thinking things through – Innovating through analysis and ideas.

• Working effectively with others – Relationships and trust building.

• Showing initiative and being action-oriented – Getting things done.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Effort and Environment: driving to properties, walk on uneven surfaces, wear personal protective equipment, bend, reach, climb and work in confined spaces, exposure to unfavourable environment conditions and exposed to uncontrollable weather conditions.

• Sensory Effort: handling tools and equipment, visual inspections, identify need for repairs and any hazards or safety issues.

• To work on call and standby, in addition to regular work schedule.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance.
• Linguistic profile: English Essential.
• Possess a valid driver’s license (Ontario; Class G, Quebec: Class 5, or Provincial equivalent) and provide a good driver’s abstract.
• The person selected for this position is expected to work on various NCC sites.

The NCC is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.

The NCC is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the Human Resources representative of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. If you require additional information on the position or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at hr.recruitment@ncc-ccn.ca.

Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at (613) 239-5090 or 1-866-661-3530 (toll free).

Please take note that only selected candidates will be contacted.