Building Operator

Job Title: Building OperatorJob Description

The Building Operator operates, maintains, and repairs a wide range of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire life safety, and building automation systems. This role ensures reliable facility operations by performing preventive maintenance, responding to equipment issues and emergencies, and coordinating corrective work with internal teams and external contractors. The Building Operator maintains accurate documentation, supports critical systems such as generators and fire protection, and contributes to continuous improvement of building operations while upholding strict safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire life safety, and building automation (BMS) systems to ensure reliable and efficient building performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and troubleshooting on building equipment and systems, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, motors, generators, and electrical distribution systems.
• Respond promptly to service requests, equipment breakdowns, alarms, and emergency situations, including after-hours callouts, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Monitor building performance indicators and coordinate corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain optimal facility operations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date work orders, maintenance records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Support generator testing, fire system maintenance, and other critical building systems to ensure readiness and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of contractors, vendors, and service providers, ensuring that maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
• Collaborate with tenants and other stakeholders to schedule and complete maintenance activities with minimal disruption to building operations.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, safety procedures, and company standards, including lockout/tagout and work protection requirements.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and mentorship to building operations staff and contribute to training as required.
• Assist with facility maintenance planning, including identifying improvement opportunities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in building operations.
• Conduct regular building rounds, inspections, and condition assessments, documenting findings and initiating corrective actions where necessary.
• Operate aerial work platforms and other site equipment, such as forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers, in a safe and controlled manner.
• Work independently to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and ensure timely completion of maintenance and repair activities.
• Participate in incident and accident investigations as required and support the implementation of corrective and preventive measures.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Building Operator or in facilities maintenance, construction, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in mechanical repair, mechanical maintenance, and building maintenance.
• Hands-on experience operating and maintaining commercial building systems, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, motors, building automation systems (BMS), electrical distribution systems, generators, and life safety systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting building systems and equipment issues, including mechanical, electrical, and HVAC components.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and practices in a facilities maintenance or building operations environment.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation systems (BMS).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, work protection codes, and incident or accident investigation processes.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain required security clearances.
• Certified and experienced in the safe operation of aerial work platforms and other site equipment, including forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service focus.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond effectively to emergencies and after-hours callouts.
• Comfort working at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Physical ability to perform extensive building rounds, climb stairs and ladders, and walk throughout large facilities for extended periods.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and participate in on-call rotations as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BC trade qualification in a mechanical or other building trade, with electrical or plumbing preferred.
• 4th Class Power Engineering Ticket preferred.
• Journeyman certification considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, generators, and critical power systems.
• Experience managing building operations and coordinating contractors, vendors, tenants, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS for planning, scheduling, and documenting maintenance activities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose complex building system issues.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience participating in or supporting safety investigations and implementing corrective actions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a professional operations team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in building performance. The role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of complex mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, providing ongoing technical growth and development. You will work in an environment that encourages initiative, supports independent decision-making, and recognizes the importance of strong customer service. Flexible scheduling, including varied shifts and on-call work, allows for diverse experience across different operating conditions while contributing meaningfully to the safe and efficient operation of critical facilities.

Work Environment

This role operates within a service-oriented operation and maintenance environment focused on commercial and institutional facilities. The Building Operator works both indoors and outdoors, in mechanical rooms, plant areas, rooftops, and occupied spaces, often in varying weather conditions and at heights or in confined spaces. The position requires extensive walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and conducting regular building rounds across large facilities. You will use a range of tools and equipment, including HVAC and mechanical systems, electrical distribution equipment, building automation systems (BMS), CMMS software, aerial work platforms, forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers. The role involves shift flexibility, including days, evenings, weekends, and participation in on-call rotations to support 24/7 facility operations. The Building Operations Lead Hand function within this environment may direct work and train a team of building operators and others as required, fostering a collaborative, safety-focused culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oliver, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $84676.00 - $84676.00/yr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oliver,BC.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.