Building Operator October 29, 2026

Menkes; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Menkes is seeking qualified individuals for Building Operator roles at two LEED Platinum office towers in Toronto. You will be part of the Building Operations Team, supporting day-to-day building systems and coordinating with the on-site Property Management Team, contractors and consultants.

Positions are permanent, full-time salaried roles based at One York Street and 100 Queens Quay East, with annual base salary between $65,000 and $75,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Building Operations, focus on Class A offices.
• Experience with building systems and contractor coordination.
• Knowledge of OHSA and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to rotate shifts and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain building systems to ensure proper day-to-day function.
• Monitor tenant construction and ensure code compliance by contractors.
• Liaise with consultants and supervise outside contractors.
• Ensure online operation during normal hours and perform routine maintenance.
• Perform system inspections, tests and readings, and arrange repairs as needed.
• Assist in obtaining quotes and prepare monthly operational reports.
• Escalate complex issues to Operations supervision/management.
• Communicate health, safety and environmental concerns to management.
• Guide junior team members and ensure safe, efficient work.

Skills

5+ years experience

Building operations

Heat exchange units asset

Water testing

OHSA knowledge

Clear communication

Team player

Shift flexibility

Low supervision

Education

BES I & II

WHMIS

Lock-Out/Tag-Out

Working at Heights

First Aid with CPR

Job description

Posted In: Commercial Property Management

About The Job

We are seeking qualified, experienced individuals for the roles of Building Operator at two of our LEED Platinum office towers. In this capacity you will be part of the Building Operations Team, playing a front-line role in the day-to-day operations of the building, in close collaboration with the on-site Property Management Team, contractors, consultants. Openings are for roles based at One York Street and 100 Queens Quay East.

Job Details

Permanent, Full-time, Salaried

Compensation

Annual base salary in the range of $65,000 to $75,000

Eligible for overtime and on-call pay

Permanent employees are eligible for participation in the Company’s Group Benefits Plan, HCSA and Retirement Plan.

Note to Applicants

The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on November 20th, 2026.

The Company does not currently use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to screen applicants.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all activities related to the proper and efficient operation of building systems.
• Monitor tenant construction and capital projects to ensure base building systems are not altered or damaged and that building codes are followed by contractors working at the property.
• Liaise with consultants and supervise outside contractors to ensure compliance with building rules and regulations.
• Provide a continuous "on-line" operation of all building systems during normal working hours.
• Complete maintenance and repairs as required, including, but not limited to filter replacement, lamp replacement, plumbing repair work, belts and small motor replacements, doors, locks, etc.
• Conduct regular interior, exterior and roof inspections for damage and perform or arrange repairs.
• Perform daily walk-throughs, check equipment, conduct water treatment test and take readings.
• Perform grounds maintenance, picking up litter on the property.
• Perform monthly testing of various systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on the electrical/mechanical and structural components as required.
• Assist in obtaining quotes for work to be performed.
• Prepare and submit operational reports monthly, including logging and monitoring all utility meter readings.
• Perform preventative maintenance program inspections and tasks and ensure all data required is entered.
• Respond to tenant requests by way of the Angus work order system and ensure open items are completed.
• Escalate work orders of a more complex nature as required to the Operations Supervision/Management Team.
• Communicate, health, safety and environmental concerns that affect staff, tenants and the public to Operations supervision/management.
• Provide guidance to junior members of the Team to ensure work is being performed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct work in a safe manner and adhere to the Company’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Completion of BES I & II
• Completion of WHMIS, Lock-Out/Tag-Out; Working at Heights.
• Completion of First Aid with CPR.
• 5+ years of direct experience in the Building Operation field, with an emphasis on Class A (and higher level) office buildings.
• Experience in the operation of heat exchange units, the EnWave Deep Lake Cooling system and steam heating system is an asset.
• Hands-on working experience with water testing.
• Solid working knowledge of the OHSA.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• A strong drive to work as a member of a team, delivering results based on collaboration.
• A customer-centric attitude, with a focus on leaving a professional and positive impression in each interaction.
• Flexibility to work in an environment where shifts rotate on a regular basis.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision on a daily basis.