Building Operator
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
Union: CUPE TG
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Facilities Management
Reports to: Supervisor, Facilities
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Wage Range: $35.57 - $36.19 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: Rotating Evenings (15:00 - 23:00) and Nights (23:00 - 07:00) plus working rotating weekends. Shift(s)/Hours are subject to change in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement.
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: September 10, 2026
Duties
As an integral member of the Facility’s Operations and Maintenance Department, the Building Operator is responsible for:
- Planning and undertaking of all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, and energy management.
- Performing operations and undertaking preventative maintenance to ensure the continuous operation of plant’s equipment/machinery
- Diagnosing problems of equipment/machinery; providing feedback to ensure new construction and/or modification will not impact existing systems;
- Inspection of the facility / mechanical rooms; repairing equipment / machinery;
- contributing to the efficient operation of the department;
- Performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required;
- Performing other duties consistent with the classification, as deemed necessary.
- At minimum completion of high school or recognized equivalent
- A Certificate or Diploma in Building Operations, or a 3rd or 4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate (TSSA), or a recognized licensed trade certification (HVAC, Plumbing, Millwright, Electrician).
- If licensed trade, possession of the provincial Certificate of Qualifications (COQ)
- Minimum 2 years practical hands on experience in facilities operation and equipment / machinery maintenance
- Computer literate
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
- Ability to work on his own / multi tasking and exercise initiative and good judgement.
- Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
- Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is an asset
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical / electrical blueprints
- Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including: able to lift 11 kg to 20 kg
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.