Electromechanical Building Maintenance Technician (76860001)
English to follow Advance your career with a company that shares your passion! Our facilities operations team is looking for its next Electromechanical Building Maintenance Technician for a site located in Montreal, QC. Salary: $70,000 - $89,000 At Sodexo, we go beyond traditional workplace solutions to create environments where employees thrive. From innovative culinary programs that bring daily delight to integrated facilities management that fosters productivity and well-being, our team plays a vital role in creating high-performing and stimulating work environments. Our mission is to create a better everyday for each one so that improves the quality of life for all. As a global leader in services that improve quality of life, we are present in 55 countries and serve more than 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of food services and on-site facilities management, benefits and rewards services, as well as personal and home services. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Corporate Services Division has an exciting new opportunity to join the Sodexo team as our next Electromechanical Building Maintenance Technician in Montreal, QC. Salary: $70,000 - $89,000 At Sodexo, we go beyond traditional workplace solutions to create environments where employees thrive. From innovative culinary programs that bring daily delight to integrated facilities management that fosters productivity and well-being, our team plays a vital role in shaping thriving workplaces. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
How You’ll Make an Impact As an Electromechanical Building Maintenance Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of a highly specialized life sciences facility in Laval. You will be responsible for maintaining building systems, supporting occupants, coordinating vendors, and resolving operational issues in a dynamic and technically demanding environment. This position requires a proactive, autonomous, and action-oriented person, capable of effectively managing priorities and responding professionally to critical situations. Your main responsibilities Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), electrical, plumbing, and Building Management Systems (BMS). Ensure strict compliance with environmental and operational standards required in laboratory and life sciences environments. Provide 24/7 on-call support and respond quickly to alarms, equipment failures, leaks, temperature excursions, or any other critical situation. Administer and maintain building security systems, including card access control and CCTV surveillance systems. Perform regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety risks, and building deficiencies before they become major problems. Coordinate and supervise contractors, vendors, and external service providers to ensure work complies with the facility's specifications and standards. Support construction, renovation, and continuous improvement projects while ensuring the maintenance of building operations. Act as the primary point of contact for building tenants and occupants by providing excellent customer service and ensuring rapid follow-up on requests. Maintain preventive maintenance programs and ensure all systems operate optimally. Provide support to neighboring facilities as needed and collaborate closely with management and operational partners. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________- How You’ll Make an Impact: As a Electromechanical Building Maintenance Technician , you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of a highly specialized life sciences laboratory facility in Laval. You will be responsible for maintaining building systems, supporting tenants, coordinating contractors, and responding to operational issues in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment. This position requires a proactive, hands-on professional who can work independently, manage priorities effectively, and respond to critical situations with confidence and professionalism. As a General Maintenance Electromechanical Technician you will: Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and Building Management Systems (BMS). Ensure strict environmental and operational compliance required for laboratory and life sciences environments. Provide 24/7 on-call support and respond promptly to emergency alarms, equipment failures, leaks, temperature excursions, and other critical building issues. Administer and maintain building security systems, including card access and CCTV infrastructure. Conduct regular facility inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and building deficiencies before they become major issues. Coordinate and oversee external contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure work is completed according to specifications and facility standards. Support ongoing construction, renovation, and improvement projects while ensuring uninterrupted building operations. Serve as a key point of contact for tenants and building occupants, providing exceptional customer service and timely resolution of facility-related concerns. Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and ensure all systems operate at optimal performance levels. Support adjacent facilities when required and collaborate closely with management and operational partners.
What You’ll Need to Succeed Minimum of five (5) years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related field. Technical diploma or certification in electromechanics, building systems, general maintenance, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Excellent knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and general infrastructure systems. Demonstrated experience in operating and troubleshooting Building Management Systems (BMS). Experience with security systems, access control, and CCTV considered an asset. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service-oriented approach. Experience in the laboratory, pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or any other regulated environment considered a significant asset. Bilingualism (French and English) preferred due to interactions with stakeholders located in Canada and the United States. Availability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies when required. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What You’ll Need to Succeed Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related field. Technical certification in electromechanics, building systems, general maintenance, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems, and general building infrastructure. Proven experience operating and troubleshooting Building Management Systems (BMS). Experience managing security systems, card access control, and surveillance systems is considered an asset. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service-oriented approach. Experience working in laboratory, pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or similarly regulated environments is considered a strong asset. Bilingualism (French and English) is preferred due to interactions with both Canadian and U.S.-based stakeholders. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency situations when required.
Additional Information What makes Sodexo different: Working at Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something bigger because we believe our daily actions have a great impact. You belong to a company that allows you to act with intention and grow in your own way. Additionally, we offer: A flexible work environment
Competitive compensation and excellent benefits
Training and development programs
Countless growth opportunities
Corporate responsibility and sustainability
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Sodexo is committed to employment equity and diversity. We do not discriminate based on national origin, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees, customers, business partners, contractors, visitors, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and senior residences be adequately vaccinated against COVID-19. Depending on the workplace and the nature of the position, this requirement may also apply to other new hires. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation measures are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Want to learn more? Discover why Sodexo is more than just a job by following us on social media: Instagram: @SodexoCanada LinkedIn: Sodexo Canada Careers Facebook: Sodexo Canada
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________ What Makes Sodexo Different: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: Flexible work environment Competitive compensation & great employee benefits Training and development programs Countless opportunities for growth Corporate responsibility & sustainability An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here And so much more! Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment. Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Curious to learn more? Discover why Sodexo is more than just a job - follow us on social! Instagram: @SodexoCanada LinkedIn: Sodexo Canada Careers Facebook: Sodexo Canada SodexoSJP