Building Engineer (4th class Power engineer)

CBRE Group, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facility management is seeking a Building Operator with a 4th Class Power Engineer certification. The role involves maintaining building systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical skills, along with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• Responsible for maintaining small to medium-sized buildings and systems.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily rounds and log readings; investigates any issues.
• Maintains and repairs mechanical/electrical systems and equipment.
• Conducts water treatment tests and generator tests.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Education

4th Class Power Engineer Certification

Job description

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Building Operator (4th class Power engineer), you will be responsible for maintaining small to medium-sized buildings, building systems, and equipment.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do:

1. Performs daily rounds and log readings; investigates any issues
2. Completes preventative/demand maintenance tasks and input histories into Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) as needed
3. Starts-up/shutdowns building infrastructure equipment
4. Inspects/operates/maintains and repairs mechanical/electrical systems and equipment (including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, life safety system, etc.)
5. Performs repairs such as: replace washers/faucets, clear sinks, drains, clear sumps, reset breakers, repair pipe systems, etc.
6. Maintains fan/air handling units which may include greasing of bearings, replacement of filters, belt inspections and replacements
7. Conducts water treatment tests
8. Conducts generator tests
9. Troubleshoots/repairs all building infrastructure equipment
10. Identifies materials/services required for operation of facility
11. Conducts/monitors building operation; responds to tenant/client requests and emergencies; identify problem areas; develop/initiate corrective action
12. Escalates unusual events, occurrences or unsafe conditions to supervisor
13. Assists/prepares monthly reporting as required
14. Works in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable codes
15. Works in conjunctions with other site building trades
16. Oversees work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to contract specifics and company/industry standards
17. May be required to assist with general building maintenance/repairs (e.g., painting, drywall, grounds maintenance)
18. Performs security rounds and responds to security incidents as they occur
19. Maintains good working relationships with tenants, staff, suppliers, contractors and external service providers
20. Maintains positive relations through effective communications
21. May be required to operate company vehicle safely and responsibly to drive between different campuses
22. Performs tasks that involve working at heights, climbing ladders, and accessing rooftops while adhering to all safety guidelines and protocols
23. Work independently in isolated areas, demonstrating self-reliance and the ability to make sound decisions while ensuring personal safety at all times
24. Performs other duties as assigned