Building Operator - East Village

at  RioCan

WHO WE ARE

RioCan 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 almost 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 RioCan, 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 RioCan 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.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This role is located at our East Village location. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the site(s) to ensure clean and safe environment for tenants, customers, contractors and employees. Shift Timings: Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm with the ability to be rotational on-call. Possible overtime needed depending on site requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years of previous relevant work experience. Any related post-secondary diploma or certificate 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 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 clients;
• Mature and self-motivated team player.

• Respond to tenant service requests in timely manner;
• Liaise with tenants and contractors to maintain relationships;
• Conduct daily property checks ensuring the property is maintained in a first-class manner;
• Overseeing preventative maintenance and repairs and maintenance of HVAC systems;
• Ensure fire life safety systems are operating efficiently;
• Proactively identify and rectify any general maintenance issues including but not limited to; painting, building envelop, janitorial, snow removal, landscaping, signages, lighting and pressure washing, to maintain curb appeal of the properties;
• System monitoring of mechanical equipment, including building automation systems;
• Reviewing & monitoring 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 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;
• Basic plumbing, lighting, electrical, elevating devices, roofing, carpentry and miscellaneous repairs on site or overseeing of 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.