Senior Building Operator

GWL Realty Advisors; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Building Operator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of their buildings. Responsibilities include overseeing base building equipment, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, alongside a strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. The position offers a competitive salary range of $62,800 - $94,200 annually along with generous benefits including vacation and education allowances.

Benefits

3 weeks of vacation per year

3 paid personal days per year

Annual performance-based bonus program

Comprehensive health benefits

Up to $2,000 annual education allowance

Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage

Friendly workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial property operations.
• Strong collaborative and team-oriented personality.
• Hands-on building systems professional with a passion for sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the control of all base building equipment and systems.
• Lead junior team members in building operations.
• Track and schedule tenant work requests.

Skills

Building HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Building Automation Systems

Life Safety Systems

Troubleshooting skills

Energy management

Education

Provincial Operating Engineer license

BES certifications

BOMA SMT/SMA

Tools

Angus PM system

Angus TR system

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. We believe in generating value by creating vibrant, sustainable communities that engage, excite, and inspire. Our people live our values through the work they do and the results they deliver. Our core values are keeping our word, working better together and embracing diversity.

We’re looking for a Senior Building Operator to ensure that our buildings are being operated and maintained in a safe, presentable, and environmentally friendly manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

• Assist in the efficient, effective, and successful control of all base building equipment and systems such as chillers, centrifugal pumps and various air-handling systems etc.
• Assist contractors in the completion of required tasks. Obtain estimates and quotations for proposed work in the building as required.
• Perform water treatment chemical testing, critical system testing including chilled water back up, Fire Life Safety Systems, base building and tenant generators.
• Actively participate in energy management practices for all mechanical, electrical and building systems.
• Provide tour and inspection reports on an ongoing basis. Support maintenance of and ongoing improvements to WHMIS and environmental health and safety programs.
• Lead and support junior operational team members in the operation of building systems, the preventive maintenance of building systems, timely response/action/resolution of Tenant Service Request and the positive development of relationships with Tenants and Vendors.
• Any additional tasks assigned as required to maintain the safe and efficient operation of all building systems and/or equipment.

Maintenance

• Ensure cleanliness and housekeeping conditions are fully observed to only the highest standards in mechanical and building operations area.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance using Angus PM system.
• Perform demand maintenance and repairs to required fans, pumps, etc. as required.
• Ensure that all Corporate OH&S Policies, Procedures and Programs are implemented and strictly followed, including Environmental, Sustainability, and Property Management Policies and Procedures.

Documentation

• Track and schedule work, ensuring all annual compliance testing and inspections are completed.
• Manage tenant work order requests using the Angus TR system while ensuring tenants are satisfied with building operation matters.
• Maintain operator logs, checklists, and inspections.

Shift Schedule

• Day shift Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
• On call rotation once every 5th week – Monday to Friday 11am – 7pm (on call during that week and weekend)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in commercial property operations
• Strong knowledge of Building HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, BAS Systems and Life Safety Systems
• Current Provincial Operating Engineer license (all classifications), BES certifications or BOMA SMT/SMA
• A highly collaborative & team-oriented personality as we all work closely together, and problem solve together
• A hands-on building systems professional with strong trouble-shooting skills
• Passion for sustainability and energy management

The base salary for this position is between $62,800 - $94,200 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc ). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 3 weeks of vacation per year
• 3 paid personal days per year
• Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
• Eligible to participate in our annual performance based bonus program
• A comprehensive health benefits plan that supports you and your family
• Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
• Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture

Our Commitment to Diversity

GWL Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.

GWL Realty Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to GWL Realty Advisors, directly or indirectly, will be considered GWL Realty Advisors property. GWL Realty Advisors will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.