Building Operator

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Why Colliers?

As one of Canada's leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don't just take our word for it – we've been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

***This position is for a Building Operator based in Edmonton, AB***

About the role

This role is based at ATB Place in Edmonton.  You will have the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative building operations team and to support the daily operations of the site.  You are a great teammate who thrives in delivering top-quality customer service to our clients and tenants. You are organized and manage daily operations, including water treatment testing and supervising HVAC systems, equipment logs, lighting, plumbing, and DDC systems. You respond quickly to occupant requests and are responsive. This role may require emergency procedures training at multiple locations.  This role will require being on-call rotation with other Building Operators.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor and respond to tenant occupant requests for services and perform or coordinate necessary repairs and services.

• Assist with implementing maintenance requirements for the property systems and site outlined in the approved annual budget plan.

• Collaborate with and follow the direction of the Operations team and manager.

• Attend and contribute to facility group meetings.

• Assist with reporting problems and recommending changes to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, or comply with environmental, building, and safety codes.

• Carry out daily mechanical rounds and inspect equipment to ensure that it is operating within correct parameters and update daily equipment inspections logs.

• Maintain light fixtures and lamp replacements (including adjusting lighting control schedules).

• You build positive working relationships with tenants and your team members, sharing your expertise and collaborating as a group. 

• You work with minimal direction and bring your technical expertise to a hard-working team.

What you bring

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in a commercial real estate environment -preferably with larger office towers.

• 5th Class Power Engineer Certification through ABSA minimum

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to multitask and be responsive to time-sensitive tasks.

• Flexible in working hours and able to respond to emergencies after hours.

• Pleasant, cooperative attitude and is a team player; diligent and reliable.

• Ability to work well under pressure.

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a collaborative and respectful manner.

• Mechanical and/or technical aptitude, enthusiastic but professional attitude and the ability to take initiative as well as direction are essential. 

• Excellent technology skills using a laptop and phone Apps.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

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What we offer: 

Innovative projects: Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.

Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.

Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.

Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more:

Global network : Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email