Building Operator in Vancouver

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We are looking for a highly motivated Building Operator to join our Operations team in Vancouver. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for monitoring and adjusting building equipment to ensure maximum efficiency. With a customer service focused mindset, you will also ensure all tenant and operation teams’ requests are completed in a timely manner.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Monitoring the day-to-day operations/repairs of the building’s HVAC equipment (including pumps, motors, fans, Variable speed drives, compressors, etc.), Life Safety systems, building automation systems and lighting systems
• Water treatment program, regular water tests and addition of chemicals
• Preventative maintenance on all buildings and HVAC equipment including small plumbing repairs and drain clearing
• Timely responses/resolutions of all tenant requests logged through tenant portal, and ensuring there is on-going communication with tenants regarding any mechanical/HVAC issues
• Liaising with service providers and contractors
• Reviewing and monitoring contracted work to ensure everything is being performed in safe manner, as well as compliant with building standards
• Developing energy priorities for building systems to keep in line with Oxford’s sustainability practices and objectives, including daily energy management of HVAC and lighting systems
• General maintenance and other duties as requested

Required Skills & Experience:

• At least one year of technical and mechanical building operations experience
• General knowledge and experience operating HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, BAS, FAS and Life Safety Systems in a Class A office/retail complex
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Skills in blueprint reading, as applied to technical areas
• A trade certification is an asset
• Exceptional skills in communication, organization, customer service, interpersonal and time management
• The ability to work with minimal supervision
• 8-hour work shift and as-needed basis during weekends
• Able to lift 25lb
• Able to climb and safely use ladders
• Good communication skills and must be a team player

Recent graduates of the 4th class program who recently acquired the 4th class ticket are encouraged to apply.

For this position specifically, the annualized base salary range is $68,000 - $78,000 Plus Bonus. You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award which may include Short-term Incentive, benefits, and/or retirement savings plan – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.