Building Mechanical Maintenance Person

CBRE; Terrace; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Pension Plan

Extended Health and Dental benefits

Unionized role (BCGEU)

35 hours per week

Job summary

CBRE in Canada is seeking a Building Mechanical Maintenance Person to maintain and support a portfolio of properties, ensuring safe, comfortable and efficient environments for occupants. This hands-on role focuses on reliable building system performance and proactive maintenance.

You will perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, fire and security systems, respond to emergencies, and assist with budgeting and planning. The position is unionized, full-time, with benefits after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain a professional image and clear communication.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationships and collaboration.
• Awareness of Environment, Health and Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive maintenance and trade support services across assigned properties
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire and security, environmental and energy systems, client comfort systems, and building fabric
• Conduct regular inspections and proactively recommend necessary maintenance, repairs, and improvements to building systems and infrastructure
• Coordinate and schedule preventive and planned maintenance activities while maintaining accurate service records and reports
• Contribute to the development of operational and maintenance budgets, including input into the 5-year planning process and project budgets
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies (e.g., fire, water leaks, equipment malfunctions), while communicating and collaborating with clients to address building needs and concerns
• Evaluate new equipment, tools, and maintenance programs to support continuous improvement
• Procure required materials, goods, and supplies to support ongoing maintenance activities

Skills

Self-motivated

Independent work style

Professional image

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

EH&S awareness

Job description

About The Role

As a Building Mechanical Maintenance Person (BMMP), you will play an important role in keeping our buildings running smoothly by ensuring high-quality maintenance and skilled trade support services are delivered across a portfolio of leased and owned properties. In this hands‑on role, you’ll help create safe, comfortable, and efficient environments for building occupants while contributing to the overall performance and reliability of building systems.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver comprehensive maintenance and trade support services across assigned properties
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire and security, environmental and energy systems, client comfort systems, and building fabric
• Conduct regular inspections and proactively recommend necessary maintenance, repairs, and improvements to building systems and infrastructure
• Coordinate and schedule preventive and planned maintenance activities while maintaining accurate service records and reports
• Contribute to the development of operational and maintenance budgets, including input into the 5-year planning process and project budgets
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies (e.g., fire, water leaks, equipment malfunctions), while communicating and collaborating with clients to address building needs and concerns
• Evaluate new equipment, tools, and maintenance programs to support continuous improvement
• Procure required materials, goods, and supplies to support ongoing maintenance activities

Job Description

“The successful candidate will be required to attain and maintain a valid and active RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance (ERSC). Please note, a condition for attaining an Enhanced Reliability Security (ERS) clearance includes the condition that applicants must have lived in Canada a minimum of five years to apply for ERS.”

Knowledge & Skills

• Self motivated, willing to learn
• Work well independently and be a team player
• Consistently present and maintain a positive and professional image
• Good writing and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Awareness of Environment, Health and Safety Requirements

LICENSES AND/OR PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION

• Must meet site and/or position specific security clearance requirements imposed by the client for an assigned location and/or region
• Valid drivers’ license (as required)

SUPERVISION/DIRECTION EXERCISED

• Position is not responsible to provide direct supervision.
• Provide escort, support, monitoring and review Vendor performed work.

PHYSICAL ASSETS/INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

• May operate a Company issued vehicle in alignment with CBRE/AFSI and/or any other applicable Policies

and procedures

• Operate and maintain equipment and use of tools in alignment with CBRE/AFSI and/or any other applicable

Policies and procedures

• All applicable IT assets to be used in alignment with CBRE/AFSI and/or any other applicable Policies and procedures

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

• All financial decisions/purchases to be made in alignment with CBRE/AFSI and/or any other applicable

Policies and procedures

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports/transactions related to authorized expenditures

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This is a unionized role with the BCGEU governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a 35 hour per week position and the rate of pay for this role is $37.08/hour. This position is eligible for participation in the Public Service Pension Plan and Extended Health and Dental benefits after 6 months of service.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at Via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.)