Job Description Summary: Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities.

Job Title

Building Operator

Responsibilities

- Perform troubleshooting and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep of the site and its equipment, including, but not limited to, replacing belts and filters, lubrications, and minor part replacement.
- Troubleshoot minor mechanical/electrical issues in adherence with local electrical, fire, and safety codes to maintain equipment in good working order and limit major repair bills.
- Secure Bayshore Shopping Centre property against loss from theft, fire, liability claims, and prosecutions by ensuring all health, safety, and security procedures are adhered to and areas of concern are reported in a timely manner.
- Monitor HVAC and related equipment and water treatment by checking all major mechanical controls and confirming they are in good working order to ensure a comfortable environment for clients.
- Inspect all central equipment and life‑safety equipment, including testing of fire protection devices and auxiliary/emergency power systems on a regular basis, and report any problems or unusual findings to a supervisor.
- Respond to clients’ concerns regarding HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repair issues by solving problems or making recommendations as required to reduce repair costs and ensure high customer service.
- Coordinate with exterior service contractors for site maintenance of all structural, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, such as chillers, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, emergency generators, induction units, and VAV systems.
- Maintain daily, weekly, monthly, and annual logs of mechanical systems as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.




- Respond to work orders and preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner based on set frequencies.

What Your Strengths Are

- Strong communicator, verbal and written.
- A great teammate with strong interpersonal skills.
- Great problem‑solver with practical judgment.
- Excellent and efficient customer service orientation.
- Positive and willing to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
- Works efficiently under pressure.

What You Need To Succeed

- High School Diploma required.
- Valid G driver’s license.
- Building technician certificate and/or instrumentation and control certificate an asset.
- Enrolled in SMA or SMT (BOMA) or Stationary Engineer 4th‑B Class; Stationary Engineer 4th‑A Class an asset.
- Experience in physical plant operations, HVAC, and related equipment preferably in a retail, office building or mixed‑use environment.
- Thorough knowledge of general maintenance procedures, current technology, electrical/mechanical systems, and blueprint reading & comprehension.
- Proven mechanical abilities.

Key Competencies

- Technical proficiency
- Initiative
- Flexibility
- Multi‑tasking
- Sense of urgency

Important Experience

- 2+ years of related experience in a commercial property setting.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

- Technical, vocational or on‑the‑job training in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair.




- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license (commercial license may be required) and good driving record with periodic checks.
- Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel & Word.

Work Environment

This job operates in a skilled office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others and exchange accurate information; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; move about the workplace; remain in a stationary position for 10% of the time; and extend hands and arms in any direction.

Employment Equity Statement (English)

Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier‑free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Employment Equity Statement (French)

Cushman & Wakefield s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre objectif est d’offrir un milieu de travail diversifié, inclusif et exempt d’obstacles. Si vous êtes une personne handicapée et que vous avez besoin de recevoir l’offre d’emploi dans un autre format ou d’accéder à toute autre mesure d’adaptation au cours du processus d’embauche, veuillez soumettre votre demande par courriel à Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous.

Compensation

Compensation: $28.60 - $33.65 per hour.

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📌 Building Operator (Ottawa)
🏢 Cushman & Wakefield
📍 Ottawa