Union Maintenance Mechanic

CBRE; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Retirement Program

Medical

Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

More benefits

Job summary

CBRE's Global Workplace Solutions Local team seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to oversee day-to-day operations of a facility, campus, or portfolio of buildings in a Canada-based role. The position requires hands-on maintenance across mechanical/electrical systems, with focus on BAS and energy efficiency.

You will coordinate with building operators, respond to emergencies, manage preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety codes. Strong communication and CMMS skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4th Class Power Engineer; or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Trades background is considered an asset.
• Water treatment experience is considered an asset; training to be provided.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Building Operator in a mix-use high-rise office/retail building.
• Must have a solid understanding of the maintenance and operational routines of large mechanical equipment.
• Proven computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must have extensive experience with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, ESC and Delta product.
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Building Automation System (BAS).
• Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide Building Operators and other trades.
• Respond to client requests and emergencies.
• Oversee Preventative Maintenance Program including weekly PM tasks.
• Review Demand Requisition tasks and perform quality checks.
• Ensure PMs required by Code are incorporated into CMMS.
• Work with staff to monitor daily task completion and avoid service failures.
• Participate in staff meetings as required.
• Oversee Purchasing practices.
• Identify lifecycle repairs and budgets.
• Assist with startup/shutdown of building equipment.
• Assist with ensuring maximum energy efficiency, inspect/operate/maintain and repair mechanical/electrical systems.
• Identify materials/services required for operation of facility.
• Troubleshoot/repair building automation system and building infrastructure equipment.
• Monitor, schedule and audit work of contractors/external service providers.
• Review reports on problems encountered; provide feedback on action taken.
• Audit work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to company/industry standards.
• Perform daily rounds and log readings, as required.
• Perform general building maintenance/repairs (e.g., lighting, door repairs, fan/air handling units, replacement of filters, belt inspections and replacements, etc.).
• Assist other classifications/trades as required.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is required to work a regular shift rotation which will include evenings, and may include weekends and holidays.
• Overtime and on-call work as required which will require participation in the after-hours emergency response on call program.

Skills

Power Engineer license

Water treatment

DDC systems

CMMS

BAS knowledge

English communication

Teamwork

Computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4th Class Power Engineer

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Delta products

ESC

Job description

GlobalWorkplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facilitymanagement solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering withbest-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and projectmanagement solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with ahigh-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficientservice delivery.

Aboutthe Role

As aCBRE Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for day-to-day buildingoperations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio of small tomedium sized buildings.

This position is responsible for performingsemi-skilled work in a variety of the building maintenance trades in themaintenance and repair of facilities and equipment. Additionally, this positionis responsible for the maintenance, tuning strategies, and upgrades associatedwith the building automation system (BAS). This position will require extensiveknowledge of the ESC automation, IntelliWeb and will be responsible forimplementing and maintain energy conservation measures and optimization incoordination with ESC and EPL.

WhatYou’ll Do

• Provide coordination, instruction and guidance to Building Operators and other classifications/trades.
• Respond to client requests and emergencies.
• Oversight of Preventative Maintenance Program including Weekly scheduling of all PPM tasks, Quality control checks on predetermined amount of PPM for the purpose of staff monitoring and assist with reporting of PPM related items for the monthly Performance Monitoring Report.
• Review Demand Requisition tasks and perform Quality control checks on completed daily tasks.
• Ensure all PM’s required by Code are incorporated into CMMS.
• Work with all staff to monitor daily task completion and monitor task completion to avoid Service Failure situations.
• Participate in and/or facilitate staff meetings as required.
• Oversight of Purchasing practices.
• Seek out cost saving measures (i.e., alternative contractors for PM work, etc.).
• Assist and develop on site business operations.
• Identify, document and manage Lifecycle repairs and budgets.
• Assist with Start-up/shutdown of building equipment.
• Assist with ensuring maximum energy efficiency, inspect/operate/maintain and repair mechanical/ electrical systems and equipment (including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, life safety system, etc.).
• Identify materials/services required for operation of facility.
• Troubleshoot/repair building automation system and building infrastructure equipment.
• Monitor, schedule and audit work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to company/industry/infection control standards.
• Participate in review of operating policies/procedures as required.
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable codes.
• Escalate unusual events/occurrences to supervisor.
• Direct building operation; identify problem areas; develop/initiate corrective action.
• Review reports on problems encountered; provide feedback on action taken.
• Audit work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to company/industry standards.
• Perform daily rounds and log readings, as required.
• Perform general building maintenance/repairs (e.g., lighting, door repairs, fan/air handling units, replacement of filters, belt inspections and replacements, etc.).
• Assist other classifications/trades as required.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is required to work a regular shift rotation which will include evenings, and may include weekends and holidays.
• Overtime and on-call work as required which will require participation in the after-hours emergency response on call program.

WhatYou’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4th Class Power Engineer; or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Trades background is considered an asset
• Water treatment experience is considered an asset; training to be provided
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Building Operator in a mix-use high-rise office/retail building
• Must have a solid understanding of the maintenance and operational routines of large mechanical equipment
• Proven computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Must have extensive experience with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, ESC and Delta product
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Building Automation System (BAS)
• Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

WhyCBRE?

When youjoin CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estateservices and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamicproblem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significantimpact. 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 tochart your own course and realize your potential.

We welcome all applicants.

ApplicantAI Use Disclosure

We valuehuman interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills andaspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiringdecisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the applicationand 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 $46.50 per hour. The compensation provided to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Group Retirement Program
• Medical
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• more

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