Building Operator

Location

Bay Adelaide Centre - 333 Bay Street, Suite C131

Business

At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

The Building Operator’s main functions include the operation and maintenance of Building Environmental and Life Safety systems, ensuring proper operation while providing a safe and comfortable environment for tenants, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position will be on a 12-hour shift rotation as provided by the Chief Engineer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- 4-Attends to tenant calls primarily relating to Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC), but may also include anything related to mechanical or electrical issues.
- 3-Inspection & maintenance of all mechanical equipment and the reporting of any operational or mechanical deficiencies for repair, including taking equipment temperature and pressure readings.
- 1-Monitors and operates building environmental systems to always ensure proper operation including troubleshooting and programming of automation system controls.
- 6-Performs maintenance functions including but not limited to, water treatment, filter replacements, light bulb replacement, belt replacement, painting & draining and filling of various systems for repair or modification.
- 2-Monitors and tests Life Safety systems to ensure that all equipment is fully functional and in good operational order.
- 7-Takes manual meter readings monthly to record and document consumption of utilities by tenants and building systems.
- Takes responsibility as it relates to the shift, ensuring all work is completed in a satisfactory manner and all operational difficulties and/or deficiencies are documented and reported to management personnel.
- Embody and support Brookfield Properties’ Safety, Health and Environment Policy.
- Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate hazards to reduce risk to the workplace.
- Engage in training and continuing education to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to work safely.
- Take action to stop work if it cannot be executed safely or if conditions or behaviours are unsafe.
- Immediately report SH&E incidents, near-misses, unsafe conditions, and/or at-risk behaviours to their supervisor; then diligently work to correct the problem.
- Promote safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all Brookfield Properties Safe Work Procedures.
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

SERVICE / PERSONAL SKILLS:
Service oriented with excellent communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate initiative, problem solving abilities and due diligence while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and in a team. Must have a positive attitude and present a professional image.

EXPERIENCE & TECHNICAL SKILLS:

- Minimum of five years Building Operations related experience in a commercial office environment (up to 1 million sq.ft.) or minimum of three years Building Operations related experience in a commercial office environment (over 1 million sq.ft.).
- Must have experience with Deep Lake cooling system
- Must understand the Operation and Maintenance routine of HVAC and Life Safety equipment, as well as Chemical Water Treatment theories and practices.
- Must have basic electrical knowledge to troubleshoot control circuits and electrical problems.
- Must be able to work with power tools and possess a hands-on mechanical skill set.
- Must be able to read blueprints.
- Must have the ability to use multitude of App software and continue to evolve as software upgrades.

EDUCATION/DESIGNATIONS/LICENSES:

- Minimum Grade 12 education, BES class 1 & 2.
- Any building energy courses will be seen as a preference by interviewing team.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

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