Commercial Refrigeration Technician Supervisor

CBRE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate service provider is seeking a Commercial Refrigeration Technician Supervisor in Ontario. You will oversee the maintenance operations, supervise staff, and develop preventive maintenance programs. The ideal candidate should have a Journeyman Certificate in Refrigeration, CO2 experience, and supervisory skills. The role entails tracking employee development and ensuring service continuity. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of related experience in refrigeration.
• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the team and manage maintenance operations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Conduct performance evaluations and training.

Skills

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic – Journeyman Certificate

CO2 commercial refrigeration system experience

Gas Technician (G1), Gasfitter A (Class A)

ODP Certificate – Ozone Depletion Certificate

Driver's License

Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Organizational skills

Sophisticated math skills

Education

Journeyman Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Job description

Overview

Commercial Refrigeration Technician Supervisor

Location(s): Burlington, Ontario; Mississauga, Ontario; Oakville, Ontario; Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Role type: Full-time

Service line: GWS Segment

About the Role:

As a CBRE Commercial Refrigeration Technician Supervisor, you will supervise the team responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing ongoing maintenance and repair operations for a facility, a campus, or a portfolio of buildings.

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.

Responsibilities

• Track the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching opportunities. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Develop, implement, and communicate preventive maintenance programs and safety procedure manuals.
• Develop material and labor cost estimates for work orders, preventative maintenance activities, systems, and construction projects.
• Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
• Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
• Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams. Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
• Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
• Promotes accountability and diligence among CBRE Commercial Refrigeration Technicians and third-party technicians by ensuring their work is subject to review.
• Confirms that all approved proposals are executed correctly and that root causes are effectively addressed.
• Responds to emergency situations and fills in when assigned technicians are unavailable due to vacation or other absences, ensuring continuity of service.
• Performs systems modifications as needed to maintain optimal performance and operational reliability.
• Conducts post-installation reviews to identify and document deficiencies, ensuring they are addressed in collaboration with the construction team for a complete and compliant handover.

What You’ll Need

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic – Journeyman Certificate or recognized trade credential (313A or Red Seal Endorsements) with 5-8 years of related experience.
• CO2 commercial refrigeration system experience required
• Gas Technician (G1), Gasfitter A (Class A)
• ODP Certificate – Ozone Depletion Certificate
• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 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.
• The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
• Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions with broad impact on the business.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Highly sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate somewhat 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.

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 individuals 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 [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.)

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry’s most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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