Building Operator (Critical Environment)

CBRE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Retirement Program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions Local is seeking a Building Operator (Critical environment) to maintain small to medium buildings, building systems and equipment. You will provide support, preventive maintenance and repairs, ensuring safe and efficient operation in accordance with government codes.

You will perform rounds, log readings, manage CMMS/BAS, respond to alarms, and assist other trades. This role requires shift work, weekend coverage, and on-call availability, with Canadian work

Qualifications

• OSSGD or equivalent.
• BES I Certificate is preferred. 4th class Operating Engineer qualification is an asset.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of facilities.
• Proven computer skills (MS Office – Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of CMMS and BAS.
• Willingness to work in shifts, weekends, and be on-call.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds and record readings for major equipment; document irregularities.
• Review and update engineer's log entries.
• Complete preventive/demand maintenance tasks (chemical treatment, filter changes, lubrications, etc.).
• Start-up/shutdown major building equipment as required.
• Inspect and repair mechanical/electrical systems (boilers, HVAC, pumps, gensets, life safety).
• Monitor power distribution and building automation; respond to alarms.
• Maintain CMMS records and inventory of spares and tools.
• Assist other contractors/trades as required.

Education

BES I Certificate

OSSGD or equivalent

4th class Operating Engineer qualification

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation System (BAS)

Microsoft Office (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 (Critical environment), 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

• Perform daily rounds and record readings for all major equipment including but not limited to temperatures, pressures, electrical readings, etc. Document and inspect for irregularities in readings.
• Review and complete daily entries into engineer's log.
• Complete preventive/demand maintenance tasks including but not limited to chemical treatment maintenance, filter changes, belt replacement, lubrications, cleaning of utility rooms, maintenance of fire prevention systems, testing and inspecting equipment for proper operation and input histories if required.
• Start-up/shutdown major building equipment as required or directed.
• Inspect, operate, maintain and repair mechanical/electrical systems including but not limited to boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, uninterruptible power supplies, life safety system, etc., and ensure all equipment are operated in a safe and efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable government codes and regulations.
• Monitor electrical power distribution system and building automation system and respond to alarms expeditiously and methodically.
• Mitigate risk to raised floor operation by reacting to abnormal incidents, managing service support and communicating details to supervisor and client.
• Be familiar with the data centre systems, equipment and control schemes.
• Complete any duties as requested by the client’s Standard Operating Procedures in order to minimize risk to raised floor operation.
• Use the CMMS maintenance management system to administer preventive and demand maintenance tasks.
• Receive and verify shipments and maintain inventory of spares, consumables and tools.
• Maintain a concise control document record of all procedures carried out, inventory of paper forms and control documents providing a concise record of procedures carried out.
• Assist other contractors/trades as required.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• OSSGD or equivalent
• BES I Certificate is preferred. 4th class Operating Engineer qualification is an asset
• Minimum 2 - 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)
• Willingness to work in shifts, work on weekends, and be on-call.
• 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 $70,000 per year (base pay + shift premiums). The compensation provided to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more. This posting is for a current vacancy.

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.

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