Lead Building Operator
On-siteVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Oversee and enforce service contracts while performing regular inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs on building systems including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. Complete daily equipment readings, document irregularities in maintenance logs, and respond to tenant requests and service calls by coordinating work through Yardi FM. Conduct interior, exterior, and roof inspections to arrange or perform repairs for lighting, plumbing, and common areas, ensuring all equipment remains clean and safe. Carry out preventative maintenance programs, assist with seasonal operations like snow removal, and monitor life safety systems including fire alarms and sprinklers. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and government regulations while maintaining accurate emergency contact lists and fire safety plans. Support budgeting and inventory management, working overtime as required to respond to emergencies.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in building operations, general maintenance in a commercial, retail, or industrial environment
- Minimum 2 years of experience with HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Alarm, and other related equipment and systems
- Certificate of Building Environmental Systems: BES I & II, SMA/SMT, 4th Class Power Engineer, or equivalent
- Understanding and knowledge of the building operations, life safety, emergencies procedures, and building systems including but not limited to HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, BBN, OT
- Understanding of energy management practices, heat transfer principles and sustainability
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) and First Aid and CPR training
- Knowledge of Provincial Building Code & Regulations, Canadian Electrical Code, Provincial Fire Code and Electrical Safety Authority
- Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications (CAD advanced knowledge)
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to work overtime to respond to emergencies and business demands
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in working at heights and use of booms and lifts, if applicable
- Knowledge of Yardi FM, or other building management system
- An assertive self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
- Great time management skills and ability to prioritize work to deliver successful results within agreed upon time frames
- A strong communicator with a customer-focused mindset, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively while adapting to change
- Computer literacy, including MS Office (Word/Excel)
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