Commercial Building Operator

Location: Ottawa, ON (on-site)
Language: Excellent written and spoken English communication
Background Check Requirements: Criminal Record Check and employment references required 

About the Opportunity
Join a well-established organization in the commercial real estate sector that is committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining high-quality properties. This is an opportunity to play a hands-on role in ensuring commercial buildings operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, while making a meaningful impact on the day-to-day experience of tenants.

Working closely with the Operations Manager, property management team, contractors, and tenants, you will be a trusted resource for building operations and maintenance. If you enjoy solving problems, building strong relationships, and taking pride in delivering outstanding service, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What’s In It for You
• Join an organization that values collaboration, integrity, and quality in everything it does.
• Work in a people-first culture that supports professional development and long-term career growth.
• Gain exposure to a diverse commercial property portfolio and a variety of building systems.
• Be part of a workplace that recognizes initiative, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll oversee the daily operation of commercial building systems, ensuring facilities remain safe, efficient, and well maintained.
• You'll build strong relationships with tenants, responding to inquiries, coordinating work orders, and providing exceptional day-to-day service.
• You'll perform routine and preventative maintenance on HVAC, fire and life safety, security, and other essential building systems.
• You'll coordinate and supervise external service providers, ensuring maintenance contracts are fulfilled and work is completed to a high standard.
• You'll complete minor repairs and general maintenance tasks, including filter changes, painting, grounds maintenance, and seasonal responsibilities such as snow removal.
• You'll support the Operations Manager by obtaining contractor quotations, assisting with operational projects, and participating in an after-hours on-call rotation for emergency building issues.

Skills and Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience in commercial building operations, property maintenance, or a related environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, heating, refrigeration, plumbing, and other building systems.
• Valid Ontario Driver's Licence.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional tenant service.

Note from the Hiring Manager
"We're looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining high-quality buildings and enjoys building positive relationships with tenants. If you're dependable, hands-on, and motivated to make a difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team."

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.