Senior Building Operator​/Licensed Electrician

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services‑led, tailored facility management solution. We self‑perform hard services while partnering with best‑in‑class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high‑level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best‑in‑Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

As a CBRE Senior Building Operator/Licensed Electrician, you will be responsible for maintaining small to medium‑sized buildings, building systems, and equipment. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and base building systems
• Perform daily inspections of critical equipment (e.g., chillers, boilers, air handling units, generators, UPS)
• Monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance programs in alignment with CBRE standards
• Support tenant requests and ensure service excellence across client sites
• Participate in after‑hours on‑call rotation and emergency response
• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, including:
  • Switchgear, panels, transformers
  • Lighting systems and controls
  • Emergency power systems (generators, UPS)
• Diagnose electrical faults and implement corrective actions safely and efficiently
• Ensure compliance with Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and all provincial regulations
• Support electrical shutdown planning and execution
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications
• Utilize CMMS systems for work order management and asset tracking
• Act as a technical resource for junior operators and contractors
• Adhere strictly to CBRE and client Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs
• Conduct hazard assessments (JHAs, FLHAs) and apply safe work practices (LOTO, arc flash safety)