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Building Operator

@ Cushman & Wakefield Asset Services ULC

St. Catharines, Ontario

On-siteFull-time
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Overview

Cushman & Wakefield Asset Services ULC is hiring a full-time Building Operator to maintain site equipment, troubleshoot minor mechanical and electrical issues, and monitor HVAC and life safety systems. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid G licence, and experience in physical plant operations, with a salary of $46,750 to $55,000 a year and willingness to work overtime and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities:

  • Effectuer le dépannage et les réparations mécaniques et électriques mineures
  • Surveiller les systèmes CVC et le traitement de l'eau
  • Inspecter les équipements de sécurité-incendie et les génératrices
  • Répondre aux préoccupations des clients liées au bâtiment
  • Coordonner les entrepreneurs externes et tenir les registres d'entretien

Requirements summary:

  • Diplôme d'études secondaires requis
  • Permis de conduire G valide
  • Expérience en exploitation d'installations ou en CVC
  • Connaissance approfondie des systèmes électriques et mécaniques
  • Capacité à lire des plans
  • Certificat de technicien en bâtiment ou de mécanicien-ingénieur un atout
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-10
Source record updated
2026-11-10

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, overtime
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, Office, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish, French
Licences & certificationsStationary Engineer 4th-B Class, BOMA SMA, BOMA SMT, Building technician certificate
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description

Job Title

Building Operator

Job Description Summary

Job Description
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep of the site, and the sites equipment such as, but not limited to, replace belts and filters, lubrications, minor part replacement.
• Troubleshooting for minor mechanical/electrical in adherence with local electrical fire and safety codes to maintain equipment in good working order and limit the opportunity for incurring major repair bills.
• Secure the property against loss due to theft, fire, liability claims and prosecutions resulting from operations by ensuring all health, safety and security procedures are adhered to and areas of concern are reported to the appropriate parties in a timely manner to limit exposure to liability and loss.
• Monitor HVAC and related equipment and water treatment by checking all major mechanical controls confirming they are in good working order to ensure a comfortable environment for clients.
• Inspect all central equipment and Life Safety equipment, which includes testing of fire protection devices and auxiliary/emergency power systems on a regular basis and report any problems or unusual findings to supervisor to minimize damage and cost of repair to all building equipment.
• 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 a high level of customer service to clients.
• Coordinate with exterior service contractors for site maintenance requirements of all site structural, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, such as but not limited to chillers, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, emergency generators, induction units, VAV systems.
• Report and log keeping for mechanical systems on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis as required.
• Respond to and complete Work Order and Preventative Maintenance tasks in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned by management.

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 other 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.

Job Description

Job Description

· Perform troubleshooting and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep of the site, and the sites equipment such as, but not limited to, replace belts and filters, lubrications, minor part replacement.

· Troubleshooting for minor mechanical/electrical in adherence with local electrical fire and safety codes to maintain equipment in good working order and limit the opportunity for incurring major repair bills.

· Secure the property against loss due to theft, fire, liability claims and prosecutions resulting from operations by ensuring all health, safety and security procedures are adhered to and areas of concern are reported to the appropriate parties in a timely manner to limit exposure to liability and loss.

· Monitor HVAC and related equipment and water treatment by checking all major mechanical controls confirming they are in good working order to ensure a comfortable environment for clients.

· Inspect all central equipment and Life Safety equipment, which includes testing of fire protection devices and auxiliary/emergency power systems on a regular basis and report any problems or unusual findings to supervisor to minimize damage and cost of repair to all building equipment.

· 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 a high level of customer service to clients.

· Coordinate with exterior service contractors for site maintenance requirements of all site structural, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, such as but not limited to chillers, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, emergency generators, induction units, VAV systems.

· Report and log keeping for mechanical systems on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis as required.

· Respond to and complete Work Order and Preventative Maintenance tasks in a timely manner

· Other duties as assigned by management.

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 other 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.




Cushman & Wakefield uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applications. All hiring decisions are reviewed and confirmed by our recruitment team.This posting is for a new position.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 46,750.00 - $55,000.00Cushman & 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 [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.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 [email protected]. Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

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