Overview
When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.
Responsibilities
As a Building Operator with Hines, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining all building equipment and systems in a manner ensuring all Hines quality standards are upheld. Ensure that the tenants have a safe and comfortable work environment associated with a AAA building. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Respond to tenant service requests (such as heating/cooling calls) and emergencies, in a professional manner
- Perform daily rounds and log readings
- Review and complete daily entries into engineer’s log
- Complete preventive/demand maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing mechanical and life safety systems input data histories into CMMS
- Start-up/shutdown and operation of major building equipment using BAS
- Ensuring maximum energy efficiency, inspect/operate/maintain and repair mechanical/electrical systems and equipment (including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, generators, life safety system, etc.)
- Perform minor repairs: replace washers/faucets; clear sinks, toilets and drains; clear grease traps/sumps; re-pack valves; replace pumps/motors; reset breakers, etc.
- Maintain/align fan/air handling units. I.e. complete air filter changes, belt inspection/replacement
- Complete general mechanical/maintenance duties
- Ensure that mechanical rooms and all other work areas are kept in a safe, clean and organized state. Including completing any required painting
- Demonstrate a proficiency in the proper use of basic hand tools (e.g., socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.).
- Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
- Demonstrate a proficiency in the correct usage of all personal safety equipment.
- Troubleshoot/repair building automation system
- Ensure that mechanical rooms and all other work areas are kept in a safe, clean and organized state. Including completing any required painting
- Monitor work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to company/industry standards
- Participate in review of operating policies/procedures as required
- Complete maintenance of metal/plastic pipe systems
- Conduct chemical treatment tests
- Work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable codes
- Escalate unusual events/occurrences to supervisor
- Conduct generator tests
- Support the appearance and safety of the property
- Pump teardown/minor repairs/alignment
- Perform general building maintenance/repairs (e.g., lighting, door repairs. etc.)
- Assist other classifications/trades as required
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements include:
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BES diploma; 3rd or 4th class Operating Engineer; or Ontario trades certification of qualification
- Two or more years in the operation and maintenance of facilities
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written)
- Required to carry a mobile device
- Work requires some exposure to more intense situations when responding to service requests
- Work requires utilizing tools/repairing systems that could cause physical injury if not handled/ operated following safety practices/procedures
- Physical demands:
- Exposure to elements - majority of work indoors; some exposure to outdoor environment
- Lifting requirements - maximum 50 lbs.
- Repetitive physical effort - majority of work is non-repetitive
- Elevated working conditions - use of ladder; scissor lift (training required), etc.
- Confined space may be applicable (training required)
- Possible Shift Rotation; some overtime
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