Lead Building Operator

Position: Lead Building OperatorLocation: 1 Jim Flaherty Street Whitby ONAssignment: Full-time Salaried Pay Rate: $55000 to 60000 per also offer 100% employer paid benefits and CAA membership flexible work environment and membership to our superb sport fitness and recreational Date: December 2026You Belong!We exist to unlock potential through accessibility and to create a better barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility redefining the way Canadians live work and play and by co-designing innovative solutions that address the needs of our community. To be successful our organization values being person-centred genuine flexible innovative and collaborative. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion we welcome and encourage applications from all persons including but not limited to persons with disabilities racialized and Indigenous persons persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable. We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel completely confident in performing every duty listed and thats okay! We are committed to the ongoing learning and development of our employees and gladly provide on-the-job training and mentorship. Unless it says required (bolded for emphasis) please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or have any questions about the job please email We look forward to learning more about you and how you may be the person were looking for through your application!The Position:Reporting to the Director Facilities the Lead Building Operator will oversee the maintenance and general upkeep of the 125k square foot Abilities Centre facility including plumbing electrical distribution carpentry HVAC life safety systems and building automation systems. This is a hands-on role that requires active participation in the inspection maintenance repair and operation of building systems and Lead Building Operator will work in an efficient safe and accident-free manner while communicating effectively with other members of the Facilities department. The position interacts significantly with other internal functions members tenants and vendors and will assist with the supervision and coordination of building cleaners. What Youll Do:PersonnelYou will provide direction and supervision of maintenance staff building cleaners interns and volunteers within the Facilities will support day of scheduling and assignment adjustments to address department and facility collaboration with Human Resources you will support payroll approvals within Ceridian will document and report staff absences concerns and issues observed during your shift to the Director and Human Resources for will perform troubleshooting and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep of equipment such as VAVs HVAC pumps life safety systems will inspect all life safety equipment including testing fire protection devices and auxiliary/emergency power systems on a regular will complete building rounds on all equipment on a regular basis and report any problems or unusual findings to the Director to minimize damage and cost of will champion and enforce all safety protocols and will conduct preventative and corrective maintenance work on the water system HVAC ventilation plumbing and heating systems and will perform the appropriate corrective measures. This includes filter changes fan belts will complete any additional maintenance work requests received through the maintenance workorder system as well as seasonal start-up and shutdown will perform general maintenance and repairs including but not limited to drywall painting electrical fixtures plumbing fixtures flooring fitness and cleaning will document all completed in-progress and outstanding maintenance work orders in both the Maintenance Logbook and the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to ensure accurate record-keeping effective communication and seamless coordination of maintenance activities across the will coordinate and perform landscaping and grounds maintenance activities including lawn care shrub and tree maintenance seasonal cleanup and monitoring of contracted landscaping services to ensure property standards are will be a key point of contact for contractors and vendors coordinating site access communicating operational requirements and ensuring contracted work is completed effectively and will support the Director by documenting inventory usage and reporting when stock requires repurchasing tracking frequency of repurchases for patterns and cost will develop standard operating procedures for all critical equipment and operational will participate in environmental sustainability will serve as a technical subject matter expert on property condition will support the Director in monitoring and following up on maintenance work orders with Facilities staff ensuring completed in progress and outstanding tasks are tracked prioritized and addressed in a timely will respond to member/guest concerns solving their problems or making recommendations as required to cultivate a member-centred environment through exceptional customer will assist with general housekeeping duties and perform any other duties will foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork and will establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with members staff volunteers tenants visitors and community will support the coordination and execution of set up/take down for rentals and events as well as any day of will be a contributing member of the Workplace Occupational Health and Safety Youll Bring:Education and have post-secondary education in a related field or have a minimum of 4 years of facility operation and maintenance experience in large class A buildings with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory have experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) such as Maintenance Care and building automation systems (BAS) such as Johnson have knowledge of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and its application in a public facility SkillsYou have proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite of servicesYou can maintain troubleshoot and repair various building systems and equipment and can provide suggestions for the enhancement and upkeep of the work well under pressure and can balance/prioritize multiple projects and deliver in a timely manner in a fast-paced are flexible adaptive to change and able to handle shifting priorities with maturity and foresight to cope with input and changes with short notice at are self-motivated and results-oriented; you demonstrate initiative and contribute to a work environment that values and encourages can learn new applications and techniques quickly and effectively and are dedicated to continuous have good interpersonal skills can interact well with clients and employees alike and can work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary can facilitate decision-making and achieve results through teamwork adaptability and creative are an effective team player with a positive attitude whose interactions demonstrate accountability authenticity and have good conflict resolution skills and are dedicated to customer service that exceeds expectations. You can perform physical duties inside and outside the building when can bend stretch sit and stand for long periods of time and can lift a minimum of 50 Requirements:It is required that you have a current and clear vulnerable sector checkIt is required that you have the following certifications:Building Environmental Systems (BES) Certificate Class I and IIFirst Aid and CPR CJoint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification Parts I and IIWorking At Heights Training and Mobile Elevated Work Platform certification is considered an :It is required that you be available on call after hours for emergenciesYou must be flexible regarding assigned work schedulePrimary availability must include days afternoons and eveningsFlexible availability must include willingness to work weekends holidays and late/overnight shifts as requiredDeadline to apply is Friday November 13 2026