Building Operator

CBRE; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Retirement Program

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Job summary

CBRE seeks a Building Operator to monitor and maintain building systems across plumbing, electrical, and climate control areas. The role includes preventive maintenance, repairs, and vendor coordination to ensure reliable operations and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of related experience, is proficient with Microsoft Office, and can manage challenging situations with a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of related experience.
• Experience with HVAC or overhead doors is a plus.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, and control systems.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance for facility assets and safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety policies.
• Serve as primary contact for urgent facility issues to minimize downtime.
• Monitor HVAC performance and energy management; adjust as needed.
• Prioritize and manage work orders, track progress in SI7.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Building Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. 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.

About The Role

As a CBRE Building Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. 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

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) services for facility assets, including fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, spill kits, and comprehensive door maintenance (roll-up doors, emergency door alarms, and badge access hardware) to ensure operational reliability and code compliance.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Act as the primary contact for urgent facility issues (e.g., power outages, plumbing failures) to minimize operational downtime.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Monitor and adjust HVAC performance, including temperature and humidity levels, to investigate and resolve hot/cold complaints.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Proactively create and independently prioritize work orders based on risk and urgency, while tracking, updating, and closing requests in SI7.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Take full ownership of contractor and vendor management by escorting them through the facility; verify safety compliance, site orientations, and required permits (e.g., hot work, confined space) prior to work commencement, and perform detailed post-work inspections to ensure quality standards and site cleanliness.
• Review inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Perform safety observations, conduct weekly safety walkthroughs, and attend required safety training courses from CBRE and clients.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Prior experience with HVAC or overhead doors would be an asset
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

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.

The posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range being offered for the Building Operator role is between $75,000 annually and $85,000 annually. The compensation that is provided to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more.

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.)