Building Operator
JOB_53132931119011Job type
PermanentLocation
CalgaryProfession
Construction And PropertyIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
Annual Salary
Building Operator
Position Summary
Under the management of the Chief Engineer, the Building Engineer operates and assists in the repair and maintenance of equipment and building systems to achieve peak efficiency, ensuring maximum tenant and customer comfort.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow safe work practices and implement WHMIS and OH&S policies.
- Assist in the operation and daily inspection of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, life safety, and lifting device equipment; perform minor repairs and adjustments.
- Conduct daily tests and maintain records of chemical treatment of fluid systems.
- Monitor chilled, condenser, steam, and hot water systems; check pressures and temperature gauges.
- Monitor central HVAC and building-related systems; perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Monitor the Building Automation System for operating trends and revise set points and schedules.
- Maintain and control wet and dry sprinkler systems; coordinate with Security Department and contractors.
- Test run and log emergency generator and fire pumps.
- Coordinate access for third-party service providers; shut down building systems for tenant improvements.
- Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and perform unscheduled repairs.
- Respond to tenant calls for plumbing emergencies, equipment malfunctions, hot/cold calls, electrical repairs, and minor structural repairs.
- Assist in seasonal shutdown/startup of heating systems, chillers, and cooling towers.
- Winterize common area air-handling units; clean return air grills.
- Maintain accurate logs of daily activities.
- Record utility check meter readings; report anomalies in consumption trends.
- Organize and maintain operations, storage and shop areas.
- Be available for on-call, weekend duties, and emergency call-out response.
- Communicate emergencies to the security desk and supervisor ASAP.
- Understand budgets, variance reporting, forecasting, future year budgeting, and issuance of purchase orders.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer.
Specific Secondary Responsibilities
- Perform minor repairs (electrical, plumbing, door repairs, furniture).
- Work with contractors to ensure reliability.
- Organize and maintain operations, storage and workshop area.
- Perform tasks requested by the Chief Engineer or above affecting property operations.
Minimum Education/Experience Required
- Valid ABSA 4th Class Operator’s certificate or equivalent; minimum 5 years of related commercial retail and high-rise tower experience.
- Mechanically inclined; able to operate, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, emergency power generators, plumbing, etc.
- Familiar with Building Automation Systems (Metasys, Siemens, Ainsworth Controls).
- Familiar with automated preventive maintenance programs (Angus System); basic keyboarding skills.
- Knowledge of Provincial Health & Safety Legislation (WHMIS, Occupational H&S Act).
- Physically fit for lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, walking.
- Ability to work independently and with team members.
- Ability to prioritize and organize workload.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work a 40-hour week.
- Must be bondable and able to present a clean criminal clearance check.
- Fluent in English.
Key Competencies
- Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Technical Proficiency
- Leadership
Physical Demands
- Continuously lift and move heavy objects (50 pounds or more).
- Work in small, cramped areas (ceiling spaces).
- Work in various weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
- Work at heights greater than 10 feet (ladders and lifts).
- Climb ladders and stairs daily.
- Perform building inspections and identify deficiencies.
- Exposure to fumes, odours, dust, gases, and solvents.
- Ability to work in confined and low headroom spaces.
- Ability to work independently or within a team.
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Building OperatorJOB_531329311190112025-04-252025-07-25
Talk to Sehej Shergill, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Calgary (EN), Unit 1550, 639 5th avenue SWTelephone: 4034075825JOB_53132931119011