Building Operator
About the Position
Posted In: Commercial Property Management
Job Details
Permanent, Full-time, Salaried
Compensation
Annual base salary in the range of $65,000 to $75,000
Eligible for overtime and on-call pay
Permanent employees are eligible for participation in the Company’s Group Benefits Plan,
HCSA and Retirement Plan.
Note to Applicants
The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on October 2nd, 2026.
The Company does not currently use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to screen applicants.
Responsibilities
- Participate in all activities related to the proper and efficient operation of building systems.
- Monitor tenant construction and capital projects to ensure base building systems are not altered or damaged and that building codes are followed by contractors working at the property.
- Liaise with consultants and supervise outside contractors to ensure compliance with building rules and regulations.
- Provide a continuous “on-line” operation of all building systems during normal working hours.
- Complete maintenance and repairs as required, including, but not limited to filter replacement, lamp replacement, plumbing repair work, belts and small motor replacements, doors, locks, etc.
- Conduct regular interior, exterior and roof inspections for damage and perform or arrange repairs.
- Perform daily walk-throughs, check equipment, conduct water treatment test and take readings.
- Perform grounds maintenance, picking up litter on the property.
- Perform monthly testing of various systems.
- Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on the electrical/mechanical and structural components as required.
- Assist in obtaining quotes for work to be performed.
- Prepare and submit operational reports monthly, including logging and monitoring all utility meter readings.
- Perform preventative maintenance program inspections and tasks and ensure all data required is entered.
- Respond to tenant requests by way of the Angus work order system and ensure open items are completed.
- Escalate work orders of a more complex nature as required to the Operations Supervision/Management Team.
- Communicate, health, safety and environmental concerns that affect staff, tenants and the public to Operations supervision/management.
- Provide guidance to junior members of the Team to ensure work is being performed in a safe and efficient manner.
- Conduct work in a safe manner and adhere to the Company’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Completion of BES I & II
- Completion of WHMIS, Lock-Out/Tag-Out; Working at Heights.
- Completion of First Aid with CPR.
- 5+ years of direct experience in the Building Operation field, with an emphasis on Class A (and higher level) office buildings.
- Experience in the operation of heat exchange units, the EnWave Deep Lake Cooling system and steam heating system is an asset.
- Hands-on working experience with water testing.
- Solid working knowledge of the OHSA.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- A strong drive to work as a member of a team, delivering results based on collaboration.
- A customer-centric attitude, with a focus on leaving a professional and positive impression in each interaction.
- Flexibility to work in an environment where shifts rotate on a regular basis.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision on a daily basis.
Apply
We offer a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with an industry leader!
To apply, please forward your resume to employment@menkes.com and in the subject line please include the name of the position and quote Ref #5020.
We thank all applicants for considering Menkes Developments Ltd. as an Employer of Choice, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.