Building Operator

JLL; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Building Operator in Ottawa to manage HVAC systems and building maintenance tasks for a portfolio of properties. This role involves ensuring efficient system operation, responding to tenant requests, and performing preventive maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess interpersonal skills, relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license for on-site operations.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan

Supportive and diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Ideally 3 years’ experience in building repairs/operations.
• Basic understanding of computerized building management systems.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain HVAC systems to ensure efficient operation.
• Respond to tenant service work orders professionally.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks to maintain optimum system efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Diagnostic abilities

Communication

Education

Valid driver's license

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

JLL is seeking a Building Operator to join our team in Ottawa, ON. This portfolio is located in an Industrial Park on the East Side (Innes Rd) and the successful candidate must be able to drive his/her own vehicle to the various properties. There is also one building on the West side.

The properties total roughly 1 million sq. ft. and consists of mostly Industrial tenants, Labs, Offices, Manufacturing, Warehousing, as well as other supporting structures that are maintained by JLL on site.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING :

• Operate and maintain the localized heating, cooling, and ventilating equipment, ensuring efficient and safe operation of all HVAC related equipment throughout the individual buildings.
• Respond to tenant service work orders as quickly and expertly as possible, in a professional and courteous manner.
• Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, maintenance routines and service requests as directed. Perform required preventative maintenance tasks of equipment to ensure building systems are maintained at optimum efficiency. Assist in the establishment of required preventive maintenance tasks.
• Complete custodial housekeeping tasks in the mechanical/electrical areas; or as required.
• Perform regular interaction and supervision of outside trades to ensure the completion of contracted repairs and services.
• Investigate and troubleshoot locks, locking mechanisms, closers, doors, controllers, when required.
• Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems, when required
• Investigate and troubleshoot single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts, when required
• Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps, when required
• Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
• Prepare, prime and paint building interior and exterior surfaces, when required
• Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
• Act as relief for other similar positions at other job sites due to staff absences, shortages, as may be required.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned from time-to-time.
• This position requires the ability to analyze the operation of the various systems, determine the cause of any problem / malfunctions and takes corrective action as required.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Ideally 3 years’ experience in building repairs/operations; open to training if less experienced.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.
• Basic understanding of the operation of Fire and Life Safety systems in a typical commercial building.
• Basic understanding of computerized building management and control systems.
• Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks.
• Interpersonal skills demonstrating integrity and dedication to service excellence.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills. Be able to comprehend an issue, resolve it and complete logs.
• Respond to emergency callbacks if problems occur.
• Perform the requirements of the job with minimal supervision and complete the assigned tasks.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel
• The individual in this role must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Join an industry leader and shape the future of commercial real estate
• Deep investment in cutting-edge technology to power your work
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan
• A supportive, caring and diverse work environment designed for your growth and well-being

Location:

On-site –Ottawa, ON

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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