At BGO Properties, we’re dedicated to enhancing personal and professional growth, fostering meaningful connections, and giving back to the communities where we operate.

As one of Canada’s premier providers of commercial property management and leasing services, BGO Properties manages a diverse portfolio of over 400 properties, totaling more than 67 million square feet of residential, office, industrial, and retail space. For over 30 years, our clients have trusted us to deliver innovative real estate solutions that create value and support their success.

As part of the global BGO family, we leverage international expertise and local market insights to provide high-quality services. Our experienced team works across a variety of commercial real estate sectors, which ensure every property we manage is a welcoming and functional destination for tenants.

Whether you’re launching your career or advancing as a seasoned professional, BGO Properties offers opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and leadership development.

Join us and help shape the future of commercial real estate.

The opportunity: Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Building Operator, Level 3 is an entry or junior level building operator responsible for operational and technical support. The primary responsibility is to ensure that the assigned building or complex of buildings is being managed and maintained in a safe and environmentally responsible manner and to the highest level of operational efficiency.

This role will be responsible for installation, repair and maintenance to climate control and other mechanical systems within a building. The Building Operator, Level 3 may be a sole operator of a building of moderate size and level of complexity as it relates to building systems and tenant demands.

What you will do:

The primary responsibilities of the Building Operator, Level 3 include:

installing, repairing and maintaining climate control and other mechanical systems within a building
this is a hands-on role, experience with hand tools and small power tools an asset
overseeing preventative maintenance and unscheduled repairs of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, electrical, elevating devices, roofing and life safety systems;
general maintenance may include housekeeping such as sweeping, litter pick up, shoveling and pressure washing;
assisting with environmental assessments and reporting;
participating in corporate occupational health and safety program;
assisting with waste, recycling and hazardous materials issues;
monitoring of computerized control systems;
responding to tenant service requests;
assisting with insurance and risk management inspections, remedial actions and reporting;
remaining current and up to date with new industry practices, legislative changes and new technologies;
other assigned duties.

Sustainability

Embrace and proactively support BGO's culture of environmental responsibility and social responsibility.
Continually seek opportunities to improve energy consumption
Quickly respond to and manage environmental hazards
Consider sustainability when evaluating options for replacement equipment
Participate in tenant and staff community support events as appropriate

Who You Are:

Technical Qualifications - The Building Operator, Level 3 shall have the following technical qualifications or industry equivalency:

4th Class Power Engineer (or equivalent)
1 year of direct work experience holding an junior or intermediate position in building operations an asset but not a requirement
a valid drivers license;
entry level skills in Microsoft Office.

Communication & Relationship Skills / Personal Character Traits- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written, with all levels within the company; mature and self-motivated team player who is committed to personal growth and ethical integrity.

Time Management / Working Environment - Ability to allocate one’s time effectively and manage tight deadlines; ability to work under pressure and achieve quality results; ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities, adaptable to new ideas and embrace changes; results and detail oriented; work within an environment that is subject to moderate to high levels of stress in emergency or conflict situations; on occasion requires involvement in repairs or maintenance in inclement weather or uncomfortable environmental working conditions; may be required to attend to or provide direction during after hours emergency situations; requires the ability to exert moderate physical effort and must be able to move quickly in emergency situations; is able to thrive within a busy working environment.

Organizational & Leadership Skills – Ensure operations records, files and documentation are maintained in an orderly, accurate and timely fashion; sound administrative and organizational skills.

Decision Making Skills - Ability to resolve problems using facts and sound reasoning; ability to achieve goals using logical and strategic approaches to resolving challenges.

Police Clearance: A criminal verification check is required for employment

The Expected Base Pay Range: $55,000 – $65,000. The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. BGO values the contribution of our employees and our compensation structure may vary based on the geographical location of successful candidates, as well as their experience, skills or qualifications. In addition to base pay, eligible BGO employees participate in various incentive compensation plans, based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.

At BGO, we recognize that each employee’s unique experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints strengthen our ability to create and deliver the best value to our clients, partners and stakeholders/investors and therefore we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations and life experiences to apply.

BGO is committed to equitable hiring practices and we welcome the opportunity to discuss accommodation and ensure fairness and equity in our hiring process. If you require accommodation, please email us at accessibility@bgo.com and include: Job posting #, your name and your preferred method of contact.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with BGO, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BGO Properties is the Canadian real estate property management and leasing division of BentallGreenOak (Canada) Limited Partnership. BGO is a global real estate investment management advisor, real estate lender, and globally recognized provider of real estate services. BGO is a part of SLC Management, the institutional alternatives and traditional asset management business of Sun Life. For more information, please visit www.bgoproperties.com

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