Job Description

We are currently seeking candidates for the role of Building Operator based at one of our office buildings in the Downtown area. The Building Operator will be a key member of the Operations team at the property, focused on meeting the Company’s standards of management and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper and efficient operation of all building systems, ensure all equipment and device are operated, inspected, repaired, and modified in an effective manner.
• Monitor tenant construction and capital projects to ensure base building systems are not altered or damaged and that building codes are followed by contractors working at the property
• Liaise with consultants and supervise outside contractors to ensure compliance with building rules and regulations; assist and monitor contractors as required
• Provide a continuous “on-line” operation of all building systems during normal working hours and schedule any major overhauls, etc., to off-hours, holidays or weekends.
• Complete maintenance and repairs as required; including, but not limited to filter replacement, lamp replacement, plumbing repair work, belts and small motor replacements, doors & locks etc.
• Conduct regular interior, exterior and roof inspections of properties for damage and perform or arrange repairs;
• Perform daily walk-through, check equipment, conduct water treatment test and take readings;
• Perform grounds maintenance, picking up litter on the property;
• Perform monthly diesel generator testing;
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on the electrical/mechanical and structural components as required. I.e. changing light bulbs, tubes, v-belts, lubricating equipment, snow shoveling, grounds maintenance, service washroom tap, flush valves, etc.;
• Assist in obtaining quotes for work to be performed;
• Prepare and submit operational reports monthly, including logging and monitoring all utility meter readings and administering usage;
• Check base building fire extinguishers and emergency lights;
• Monitor the fire alarm system and install bypass when required and put system back to normal;
• Perform monthly fire, life and safety testing;
• Provide guidance to junior members of the Team to ensure work is being performed in a safe and efficient manner;
• Perform preventative maintenance program inspections and tasks and ensure all data required is entered;
• Respond to tenant requests by way of the Angus work order system and ensure open items are addressed completely;
• Escalate work orders of a more complex nature as required to the Operations Supervision/Management Team;
• Communicate, health, safety and environmental concerns that affect staff, tenants and the public to Operations supervision/management;
• Conduct work in a safe manner and adhere to the Company’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct experience in the Building Operation field, with an emphasis on Class A and above office buildings;
• Experience in the operation of heat exchange units and the EnWave Deep Lake Cooling system and steam heating system is required;
• Hands-on working experience with water testing;
• Completion of BES I & II;
• Solid working knowledge of the OHSA;
• Completion of WHMIS, Lock-Out/Tag-Out; Working at Heights;
• Completion of First Aid with CPR;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, tenants and the public;
• Strong ability to support team members proactively and help and advice;
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees, tenants and the public in a courteous manner;
• Flexibility to work in an environment where shifts rotate on a regular basis; and
• Ability to work with minimum supervision on a daily basis.

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