Building Operator; Granville

Overview

Job Requisition : 11780

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Position Type: On-Site

Office

Location:

Vancouver (BC)

Language Designation: English Essential

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): ZZZ

Travel Requirement: Travel not required

Salary Range: Our salaries range from $66,677.71 to $70,382.03 and are based on qualifications and experience.

Granville Island is administered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) on behalf of the Federal Government. Its mission is to "to steward this public land for meaningful urban and social experimentation among diverse, creative, cultural and business models, engaging local first nations and communities, and welcoming the world."

Granville Island and its 300 businesses greet approximately 10 million people per year, employ over 3,000 people full-time, and generate over $260 million in economic activity. Granville Island is seen as one of the most successful waterfront development in North America aspiring to become the "most inspiring public place in the world".

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We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s what you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• 4 weeks of vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

Join the Granville Island team, in the Building Operator position. The Building Operator is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of the entire Granville Island site, encompassing 38 acres and 40 buildings. This includes ground works, utility services, building systems, and all related equipment.

Through regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs, the role helps ensure that Granville Island remains a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for the approximately 11 million visitors it welcomes each year. The position also plays a key role in maintaining code compliance and reducing risk and liability for the owner.

Scheduled Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (37.5 hour work week)

Base Salary: $66,677.70 annually

Shift Premium: As part of the collective agreement, all employees receive a standard 5.75% shift premium, automatically increasing annual earnings to approximately $70,510, before any additional shift premiums are applied.

Additional Premiums (When required):

• Evening & Overnight Shifts (4:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.): +$2.50/hour
• Weekend Shifts (Saturday & Sunday): +$2.25/hour

These premiums recognize flexibility and commitment, resulting in meaningful increases to total compensation. Whether optimizing your schedule or supporting critical operations, your time and contribution are valued.

• Provide initial troubleshooting for complex repair requests relating to plumbing, HVAC operations, spray park and water slide and electrical. Call in contractors as needed and oversee contractors  work.
• Provide guidance, instruction, and direction to junior team members that are carrying out repairs or preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform both reactive and preventative repair and maintenance. Inspect, operate, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems and equipment including boilers, chillers, HVAC, pumps, generators, life safety systems, ice machines, grease traps, toilets, and the infrastructure on the Island such as the water lines, storm sewers, irrigation system, electrical and water distribution systems, roadways, boardwalks and sidewalks.
• Ensure all building equipment is in good running order and relevant certifications are up to date through regular inspections and assigned preventative maintenance tasks as per manufacturer’s recommendations.

• Maintain records of maintenance, inspections and equipment related to work orders and asset management. Experience using Yardi is an asset.
• Acts as the Maintenance Supervisor, in their…