Facilities Operations Engineer

Hines; Toronto; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Hines is seeking an Operations Engineer to operate and maintain building systems at a AAA facility in Toronto. The role focuses on ensuring tenant comfort, safety, energy efficiency, and compliance with company standards.

The candidate will perform rounds, logs, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs across HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems, using CMMS and BAS. Strong English communication and safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• BES diploma; 3rd or 4th class Operating Engineer; or Ontario trades certification of qualification.
• Two or more years in the operation and maintenance of facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• Required to carry a mobile device.

Responsibilities

• Respond to tenant service requests (such as heating/cooling calls) and emergencies, in a professional manner.
• Perform daily rounds and log readings.
• Review and complete daily entries into engineer’s log.
• Complete preventive/demand maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing mechanical and life safety systems; input data histories into CMMS.
• Start-up/shutdown and operation of major building equipment using BAS.
• Ensure maximum energy efficiency; inspect/operate/maintain and repair mechanical/electrical systems and equipment (boilers, chillers, HVAC, pumps, generators, life safety system).
• Perform minor repairs: replace washers/faucets; clear sinks, toilets and drains; clear grease traps/sumps; re-pack valves; replace pumps/motors; reset breakers.
• Maintain/align fan/air handling units; complete air filter changes, belt inspection/replacement.
• Complete general mechanical/maintenance duties.
• Ensure mechanical rooms and work areas are safe, clean and organized, including painting when required.
• Demonstrate proficiency with basic hand tools and power tools; PPE usage.
• Troubleshoot/repair building automation system.
• Monitor contractors/external service providers for policy adherence.
• Participate in review of operating policies/procedures.
• Complete maintenance of metal/plastic pipe systems.
• Conduct chemical treatment tests.
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and codes.
• Escalate unusual events to supervisor.
• Conduct generator tests.
• Support the appearance and safety of the property.
• Pump teardown/minor repairs/alignment.
• Perform general building maintenance/repairs (lighting, door repairs, etc.).
• Assist other classifications/trades as required.

Skills

English communication

Safety procedures

Education

BES diploma

3rd/4th class Operating Engineer

Ontario trades certification

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Job description

Hines is seeking an Operations Engineer to operate and maintain building systems at a AAA facility in Toronto. The role focuses on ensuring tenant comfort, safety, energy efficiency, and compliance with company standards.

The candidate will perform rounds, logs, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs across HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems, using CMMS and BAS. Strong English communication and safety practices are essential.