Building Operator, Crestwood Corporate Centre

The ideal candidate will be a highly professional and results-oriented individual with experience in performing hands-on repair and maintenance

We believe in forging long-lasting relationships to create positive change in our communities. We’re building Something Greater in each pillar of Peterson including real estate investment, development, property management, capital lending, and private equity. From one building on Alberni Street in Vancouver to a range of projects across North America, we’ve expanded into diverse areas of expertise across the real estate industry. Our interests include ownership in 7.2 million sq ft of commercial property, over 2,100 units of residential and hospitality, and participation in the development of an additional 16.4 million sq ft. As we continue to grow, we stay true to our values by putting relationships first, standing by our word and striving for Something Greater in everything we do.

We are looking for an experienced Building Operator to join our team to take care of the building operations of the office at our Richmond satellite office at Crestwood Corporate Centre (13575 Commerce Parkway, Richmond). Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the position will be responsible for providing on-site operation and maintenance services and to help enhance the overall value of the property. The working hours are:

• Mondays – Friday, 9AM – 5PM
• Available for weekly rotation for after hours on-call

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the building meets all applicable regulatory requirements on a cost-effective basis;
• Monitoring controls systems, maintaining chillers, cooling towers, chemical treatments, controls, water and waste systems, boilers, refrigerators, compressors, alarms, and responding to alarms;
• Minor repairing, and minor servicing heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment;
• Obtaining quotes from contractors as directed by the Operations Supervisor and/or Property Manager and following through with repairs;
• Working with various types of mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, boilers, chillers, air handling equipment and any building automation systems;
• Troubleshooting and performing minor repairs to prevent equipment or system failures;
• Responding to tenant service requests in a timely manner and ensuring any follow up if necessary is completed;
• Conducting inspections and submitting recommendations for building mechanical and electrical systems and associated equipment to ensure a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment;
• Prioritizing maintenance requests to deliver exemplary customer service to internal and external customers;
• Maintaining the exterior image of the building by picking up litter, removing ice and snow from walkways and parking lot, and being proactive in noticing repairs needed including painting;
• Responding to emergency calls on the after-hour line during the rotational on-call shift; and
• Respectfully and capably representing the best interests of Peterson Group in all internal and external dealings.

What you bring

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience providing performing hands-on repair and maintenance of mechanical systems in a commercial building;
• Basic knowledge of Building HVAC, plumbing, security system and electrical systems preferred;
• Performing hands-on repair and maintenance of mechanical systems in a similar role;
• Awareness of Occupational Health, Building and Fire Codes, and working knowledge of safe work practices;
• Possession of a car and a valid BC issued Class 5 Driver license;
• Possession of a 4th class power engineering certificate is an asset (but not required)
• Executing quality work, being proactive, results-orientated, resourceful, and following through and meeting deadlines;
• Possessing strong methods of time management and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently and part of a team;
• Communicating clearly and concisely both in verbal and written communications;
• Demonstrating a willingness to learn and advance knowledge and experience; and
• Availability to be on-call and to respond to emergency after hours service calls as required.

Salary Range: $64,000 – $69,000 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer. Start challenging yourself today in an environment that embraces diversity and rewards innovation with competitive pay and great benefits. While we thank all candidates for their interest in joining our team, we will contact only those short-listed for an interview. Please note only Microsoft Word documents or PDF’s will be accepted. Submit your application through our online career center.