Building Operator

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Rio Can is one of Canada’s largest Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT). We own, manage and develop retail-focused, increasingly mixed‑use properties in Canada’s major markets. Pioneering the REIT concept over 30 years ago, we have transformed Canadian real estate and were recently recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer.

This role is located at our East Village location and is responsible for the day‑to‑day maintenance and operation of the site(s) to ensure a clean and safe environment for tenants, customers, contractors and employees.

Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with the ability to be rotational on‑call. Possible overtime may be needed depending on site requirements.

• Respond to tenant service requests in a timely manner.
• Liaise with tenants and contractors to maintain relationships.
• Conduct daily property checks to ensure the property is maintained in a first‑class manner.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and repairs and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Ensure fire life safety systems are operating efficiently.
• Proactively identify and rectify general maintenance issues – painting, building envelope, janitorial, snow removal, landscaping, signage, lighting and pressure washing – to maintain curb appeal.
• Monitor mechanical equipment, including building automation systems.
• Review and monitor contracted work to ensure scope of work is being performed in compliance with building standards.
• Coordinate contractor access and ensure all deficiencies are rectified.
• Communicate with the manager on building inefficiencies.
• Liaise with internal and external contacts for prompt and professional investigation and resolution to concerns.
• Provide on‑call coverage and be available to work after‑hours and weekends for any site emergency and/or unscheduled work.
• Assist with seasonal building requirements.
• Perform basic plumbing, lighting, electrical, elevating devices, roofing, carpentry and miscellaneous repairs on site or oversee such unscheduled repairs as necessary.
• Communicate and execute work procedures as set out by management.
• Travel between properties as required.
• Other assigned duties as required.

• Minimum 3 years of previous relevant work experience. Any related post‑secondary diploma or certificate is considered an asset.
• 4th or 5th Class Power Engineering Certification is required.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to new processes and procedures.
• Work may involve uncomfortable environmental working conditions.
• Maintenance experience in a retail / commercial property environment is an asset.
• Sound knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, emergency systems and fire and life safety.
• Execute all work in a safe and professional manner and in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Legislation guidelines and other applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with safe work practices and construction standards.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule all work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong administrative and organizational skills; ensures operations records, files and documentation are maintained in an orderly, accurate and timely fashion.
• Exceptional communication skills; communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written, within the company and with clients.
• Mature and self‑motivated team player.

Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexible work hours, an extra‑long weekend with our Rio Can Cares Day, and half days before every long weekend in the summer.

Includes a continuing education reimbursement, a mentorship and leadership development program, on‑demand online learning and cross‑training opportunities.

Health and dental benefits for you and your family starting on day one; a healthcare…