Building Operator

Location:
500 Lakeshore Blvd. West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2V9

Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust is an owner, manager and developer of well-located retail and commercial real estate across Canada. Choice Properties' portfolio spans approximately 65 million square feet of gross leasable area and consists of over 700 properties primarily focused on supermarket-anchored shopping centres and stand-alone supermarkets.

Choice Properties’ strategy is to create value by enhancing and optimizing its portfolio through accretive acquisitions, strategic development and active property management. Choice Properties' principal tenant is Loblaw Companies Limited, Canada's largest retailer. Choice Properties' strong alliance with Loblaw positions it well for future growth.

A commitment to continuous learning and development is a strong part of our culture.

The Building Operator is accountable for overseeing the day to day operations at the assigned property(s).

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist Operations/Property Manager with the procurement of all supplies and services required for the smooth operation and maintenance of the properties, including but not limited to HVAC, maintenance, Inventory control, etc.
- Maintain building systems and all aspects of the physical asset.
- Follow building operating procedures and make recommendations for improvements to building operations.
- Assist operations team with construction inspections for both Tenant & Landlord work and report finding.
- Enforce company environmental and insurance programs.
- Be a part of the Life Safety Emergency Plan.
- Be knowledgeable and enforce building and fire codes, safety act, WHMIS, etc.
- Provide written inspection reports on mechanical equipment.
- Complete the required monthly Preventive Maintenance on all Mechanical Systems.
- Be a part of the On-Call rotation for multiple properties
- Assist operations team on the delivery of services to tenants.
- Efficiently carry out tenant work orders within 24 hours, check with the tenant to ensure they are satisfied with the work and close out the work order.
- Monthly readings of utility meters, as required.
- Ensure that the terms of service contracts are followed and be familiar with all contracts in place for building systems.
- As required, complete vacant unit inspection or condition reports.
- Assist operations team with property inspections.
- Monitoring assigned property(s) for cleanliness, reporting any issues with tenants, contractors, or others and assist with resolving any issues.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in real estate operations
- Building Environmental Systems Diploma (1, 2) / 4th Class Engineering Certificate or equivalent industry certifications is preferred
- Experience with Building Automation systems
- Experience with pneumatic controls
- High level of communication skills with the ability to deal at all levels of Management both inside and outside the organization
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong planning, observing and organizing skills
- Analytic characteristics and detail oriented
- Self-motivated and a positive attitude

Choice Properties REIT recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct - it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.