Building Operator

6 days ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Colliers Full time

**Accelerate your success at Colliers.*
*Why Colliers?****
As one of Canada's leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don't just take our word for it – we've been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

  • This position is for a Building Operator based in Burnaby, BC***

About The Role
You are a great teammate who thrives in delivering top-quality customer service to our clients. You are organized and manage daily operations, including water treatment testing and the supervision of HVAC systems, equipment logs, lighting, plumbing, and DDC systems. You respond quickly to occupant requests and are responsive. You also understand that, given the unique nature of the property, you may be called upon to lead and participate in unique initiatives. This role may require emergency procedures training at multiple locations. This role will require on-call availability for various properties on a rotating schedule with other Building Operators.

  • You build positive working relationships with tenants and your team, share your expertise, and collaborate as a team.
  • You work with minimal direction and bring your technical expertise to a hard-working team.
  • Monitor and respond to tenant occupant requests for services and perform or coordinate necessary repairs and services.
  • Assist with implementing maintenance requirements for the property systems and site outlined in the approved annual budget plan.
  • Collaborate with and follow the direction of the Operations team and manager.
  • Attend and contribute to group meetings for the facility
  • Assist with reporting problems and recommending changes to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, or comply with environmental, building and safety codes
  • Carry out daily mechanical rounds and inspect equipment to ensure that it is operating within correct parameters and update daily equipment inspections logs
  • Maintain light fixtures and lamp replacements (including adjusting lighting control schedules)

What You Bring

  • 1-3 years of related experience in a commercial real estate environment
  • 5th Power Engineering Certification at minimum
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • A valid driver's license for British Columbia
  • Ability to multitask and be responsive to time-sensitive tasks
  • Flexible in working hours and able to respond to emergencies after hours
  • Pleasant, cooperative attitude and is a team player; diligent and reliable
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team collaboratively and respectfully.
  • Mechanical and/or technical aptitude, enthusiastic but professional attitude and the ability to take initiative as well as direction are essential.
  • Excellent technology skills with laptops and mobile apps.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Approximate Salary Range for Role $48,112 to $70,000
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Onsite

*What we offer
Innovative projects*
Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.

Career growth
Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.

Competitive benefits & compensation
Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.

Collaborative culture
Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more

Global network
Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.
Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email


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