Building Operator

Who We Are

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. We pioneered the REIT concept over 30 years ago and have transformed Canadian real estate.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers and a Greater Toronto's Top Employer. At Rio Can, you can build a career with real impact and longevity. You get the stability and resources of an established company and the entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit of a start‑up. Life at Rio Can is dynamic and fast‑paced. We know that great ideas can come from anywhere, and we empower our people to suggest and implement them.

We value different voices and perspectives and appreciate that the unique backgrounds and identities we each bring to our jobs make the whole business stronger.

This role is located at our Stockyards location and will commute daily to various property locations across Toronto. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role 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.

• Liaise with Tenants and Contractors and maintain positive relationships;
• Conduct and document property inspections as required (including roof inspections);
• Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on building structural elements and finishes, building equipment, HVAC systems and others as directed;
• Ensure life safety systems are operating efficiently;
• Identify and rectify any general maintenance issues;
• Communicate and coordinate with contractors and ensuring work is sufficient;
• Advise manager on any building inefficiencies;
• Address tenant inquiries in regards to building maintenance;
• Assist with seasonal building requirements;
• Basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical and miscellaneous repairs on sites and at Rio Can’s regional office;
• Communicate and execute all work procedures set out by management;
• Work with the PM team to create, acknowledge, complete, and close various work orders within the Building Engines/Prism environment;
• Assist with the creation and management of purchase orders;
• Respond to after hours emergency calls and priority work orders (on‑call schedule is approximately 2 week per month or as schedules require);
• Acts as a liaison for the Property Manager, Leasing, and Tenant Construction team by collecting site specific information (i.e. electrical service size, ceiling heights, drain size, etc.) and providing access to vacant suites;
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more;
• Site visits to other off‑site properties will require the use of your own personal vehicle;
• Other duties / projects as required.

• 3 - 5 years of previous relevant work experience;
• Shift details: Predominantly weekdays from 8-4, however some occasional evening and weekend shifts may also be required;
• Ability to travel between sites downtown on a daily basis;
• Ability to fully participate in a rotating schedule for after hours emergency response;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and software applications like Building Engines is required;
• Previous maintenance experience preferably gained in a retail / commercial property environment;
• BES I & II certificate preferred;
• Customer service orientated with ability to field questions promptly and professionally;
• Execute all work in a safe and professional manner and in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Legislation guidelines and other applicable regulations;
• Experience performing minor repairs, painting, drywall, electrical installations and plumbing;
• Familiarity with safe work practices and construction standards;
• Ability to prioritize and schedule all work to meet deadlines;
• G Level Driver’s License;
• Fall Protection certification preferred;
• Completion of WHMIS;
• Knowledge of Lock-Out/Tag-Out;
  Working at heights;
• Solid working knowledge of the OHSA;
• Completion of First Aid with CPR preferred.