Job Title
Building Operator
Job Description Summary
Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Perform troubleshooting and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep of the site, and the sites equipment such as, but not limited to, replace belts and filters, lubrications, minor part replacement.
Troubleshooting for minor mechanical/electrical in adherence with local electrical fire and safety codes to maintain equipment in good working order and limit the opportunity for incurring major repair bills.
Secure Bayshore Shopping Centre property against loss due to theft, fire, liability claims and prosecutions resulting from operations by ensuring all health, safety and security procedures are adhered to and areas of concern are reported to the appropriate parties in a timely manner to limit exposure to liability and loss.
Monitor HVAC and related equipment and water treatment by checking all major mechanical controls confirming they are in good working order to ensure a comfortable environment for clients.
Inspect all central equipment and Life Safety equipment, which includes testing of fire protection devices and auxiliary/emergency power systems on a regular basis and report any problems or unusual findings to supervisor to minimize damage and cost of repair to all building equipment.
Respond to clients’ concerns regarding HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repair issues by solving problems or making recommendations as required to reduce repair costs and ensure a high level of customer service to clients.
Coordinate with exterior service contractors for site maintenance requirements of all site structural, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, such as but not limited to chillers, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, emergency generators, induction units, VAV systems.
Report and log keeping for mechanical systems on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis as required.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Respond to Work Order and Preventative Maintenance tasks in a timely manner based on frequencies set.
What your strengths are:
Strong communicator, verbal and written.
A great teammate with strong interpersonal skills.
Great problem-solver with practical judgment.
Excellent and efficient customer service orientation.
Positive and willing to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
Works efficiently under pressure.
What you need to succeed:
High School Diploma required.
Valid G driver’s license.
Building technician certificate and / or instrumentation and control certificate an asset.
Enrolled in SMA or SMT (BOMA) or Stationary Engineer 4th-B Class; Stationary Engineer 4th-A Class an asset.
Experience in physical plant operations, HVAC, and other related equipment preferably in a retail, office building or mixed-use environment.
Thorough knowledge of general maintenance procedures, current technology, electrical/mechanical systems, and blueprint reading & comprehension.
Proven mechanical abilities.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Technical Proficiency
- Initiative
- Flexibility
- Multi-Tasking
- Sense of Urgency
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
- • 2+ years of related experience in a commercial property setting
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license (commercial license may be required) and good driving record with periodic checks
- Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or stand-by on-call duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The PHYSICAL DEMANDS described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 10% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.
Cushman & Wakefield uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applications. All hiring decisions are reviewed and confirmed by our recruitment team.
This posting is for a new position.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $28.60 - $33.65
Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Cushman & Wakefield s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre objectif est d’offrir un milieu de travail diversifié, inclusif et exempt d’obstacles. Si vous êtes une personne handicapée et que vous avez besoin de recevoir l’offre d’emploi dans un autre format ou d’accéder à toute autre mesure d’adaptation au cours du processus d’embauche, veuillez soumettre votre demande par courriel à [email protected]. Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous.
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