Building Operator (12-month contract)

CBRE; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Building Operator in Vancouver, Canada, maintains small to medium buildings, building systems and equipment. The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, handling preventive maintenance and repairs on plant equipment.

Requirements include a 4th class Operating Engineer certificate, 3–5 years' facilities experience, CMMS/BAS familiarity, and strong English communication. Applies safety standards and collaborates with site teams.

Qualifications

• 4th class Operating Engineer certificate.
• Minimum 3–5 years of operation and maintenance experience.
• Proven computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of CMMS and Building Automation System (BAS).
• Ability to read drawings and schematics.
• English communication, teamwork and eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and customer service excellence.
• Works with Operating Engineers and General Maintainers on daily deliverables.
• Provides training and coaching on safe practices.
• Preforms preventive, corrective and demand maintenance; logs records.
• Responds to emergency calls when directed.
• Inspects HVAC, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Reads BAS readings and records data.
• Supervises preventive maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Coordinates maintenance with subcontractors.
• Suggests equipment upgrades for reliability and efficiency.
• Complies with Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
• Maintains clean, safe work areas and teamwork.

Skills

CMMS

BAS

Microsoft Office

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

4th class Operating Engineer certificate

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation System (BAS)

Excel

Word

Outlook

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, 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

• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement (maintaining quality and safety requirements); and customer service excellence within service delivery team.
• Works closely with/manages Operating Engineers and General Maintainers on day-to-day deliverables.
• Provides training, coaching, and mentoring to employees in safe practices/procedures.
• Self-performs/administers through staff: maintenance and operations including but not limited to preventative/corrective/demand maintenance; inspections/tours of equipment, systems, and areas; and task/work plan documentation including CMMS
• Responds to emergency calls when directed.
• Familiar with all aspects of plant/building operations including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and ensures systems operated safely/efficiently.
• Conducts inspections on mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems and related equipment including water treatment, boilers, heat pumps, roof top units, air conditions, etc., as per work plan and completes appropriate record logs.
• Takes readings/reviews major equipment readings either directly or through Building Automation System (BAS) including mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Supervises/carries out preventative maintenance tasks as prescribed on equipment/systems.
• Completes repairs/maintenance as required including belts, pulleys, filters, etc.
• Responds to client/tenant concerns in a timely manner and applies engineering principles/problem solving techniques to evaluate/resolve operating issues as required.
• Ensures work/equipment areas are maintained in a clean/safe/professional manner.
• Coordinates and schedules equipment maintenance/repair/replacement with appropriate subcontractor.
• Recommends equipment upgrades to improve reliability/efficiency.
• Ensures job functions are performed safely/healthy, abiding by and in accordance with applicable Health, Safety and Environmental company policies and government legislation/ regulations.
• Demonstrates ongoing, continuous learning; maintains knowledge of current trends/technological advancements in field, including up to date knowledge of bylaws, codes, regulations, and standards.
• In collaboration with the next level of management, defines skill and competency gap and creates/implements personal/career development plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• What you’ll need
• 4th class Operating Engineer certificate
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of facilities
• Proven computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Building Automation System (BAS)
• Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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 chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary being offered for this role is up to $35 per hour.

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.)