Building Operator, Level 2
About QuadReal Property Group
QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management total $77.6 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.
QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.
QuadReal: Excellence lives here.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Building Operator, Level 2 is an intermediate level building operator responsible for providing operational and technical support as a member of a building operations team. The primary objective of the Building Operator, Level 2 is to ensure that the assigned real estate portfolio or complex of buildings is being managed and maintained in a safe and environmentally responsible manner and to the highest level of operational efficiency
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Building Operator, Level 2 include but not limited to:
Assisting the operations supervisor and other building operators with installation and repair of building mechanical systems.
Installing, repairing, and maintaining climate control and other mechanical systems within the site.
Overseeing preventative maintenance and unscheduled repairs of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, electrical, elevating devices, roofing, and life safety systems.
General maintenance including back of house repairs, painting, drywall repairs, housekeeping such as sweeping, litter pick up, shoveling and pressure washing.
Assisting with environmental assessments and reporting.
Participating in the corporate and site occupational health and safety program.
Assisting with waste, recycling, and hazardous materials issues.
Monitor and operate the Building Automation Systems (BAS) and various computerized control systems.
Responding to tenant service requests in a timely manner.
Assisting with insurance and risk management inspections, remedial actions, and reporting.
Remaining current and up to date with new industry practices, legislative changes, and new technologies.
Ensuring the property is maintained in a first-class manner, including first impressions of curb appeal, aesthetics, safety hazards, the welfare of the property.
Provide on-call coverage and work a regular scheduled weekend shift (rotation every 5th week).
Be available to work after-hours and weekends for any site emergency and/or unscheduled work.
Other assigned duties as required.
Experience & Qualifications
Technical Qualifications - The Building Operator, Level 2 shall have the following technical qualifications or industry equivalency:
Minimum requirement of a 5th Class Power Engineer ticket and working towards the 4th Class Power Engineer certification.
Plus, a minimum of 3 years direct work experience in junior or intermediate position in commercial high-rise building operations.
A valid drivers license.
Communication & Relationship Skills / Personal Character Traits:
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written, with all levels within the company; with QuadReal’s customers and contractors.
Mature and self-motivated team player who is committed to personal growth and ethical integrity.
Proven strong relationships with industry peers and trade associations.
Time Management / Working Environment:
Ability to allocate one’s time effectively and manage tight deadlines; ability to work under pressure and achieve quality results.
Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, adaptable to new ideas and embrace changes.
Results and detail oriented.
Work within an environment that is subject to moderate to high levels of stress in emergency or conflict situations.
On occasion, work requires involvement in repairs or maintenance in inclement weather or uncomfortable environmental working conditions.
May be required to attend to or provide direction during after-hours emergency situations.
Requires the ability to exert moderate physical effort and must be able to move quickly in emergency situations.
Organizational & Leadership Skills:
Ensure operations records, files and documentation are maintained in an orderly, accurate and timely fashion.
Sound administrative and organizational skills.
Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office.
Decision Making Skills:
Ability to resolve problems using facts and sound reasoning; ability to achieve goals using logical and strategic approaches to resolving challenges.
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