Dream is looking for a Senior Building Operator! Dream is always looking for the best and brightest to join its thriving community. Dream is currently looking for a Senior Building Operator who is ready to work hard and understands the importance of excellent customer service.

Who are you? Being at Dream certainly keeps busy, and that’s true for our teams on the ground and in our offices. We are looking for someone who can run our buildings and make our tenants feel like stars. Sound like something you can and want to do? If you’re also a team player, an honest person, and have a strong work ethic, read on. We want to hear from you.

With 5+ years of experience in building maintenance, you’ve learned to treat buildings with care and their tenants with even greater dedication. You always look for the best way to do things and aren’t afraid to think outside the box to find the best answer. You address every request with a smile and in a timely manner, no matter how big or small, and you also know how to prioritize your multiple tasks.

We want you on board because you can work independently but are a team player, and your team and tenants trust you. That stems from you really liking people, which shows in how you interact with others and the ease with which you communicate.

We care about bringing on someone who is eager to learn, work hard, and have fun. In other words, we want you to fit in here. This is an opportunity for you to take on responsibilities and make your tenants feel at home, while working in an environment that is fast-paced, dynamic and fun. Are you ready?

What will you do? Below are some of the primary responsibilities you will be taking on in this role.

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and life safety systems and facilities. Complete tenant service calls such as changing lights, heating/cooling calls, minor plumbing, painting etc. in a professional manner
• Oversee the appearance and safety of the property
• Operate Building Automation, Life safety, Company procurement programs and Security computer systems
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions/recommendations
• Oversee contractors and ensure they abide by building guidelines, manage contracted services that are provided onsite
• Project manage minor buildouts, mechanical replacements/upgrades or Capital Projects as needed
• Communicate with Operations Supervisor/Property Management on building and tenant issues
• Maintain maintenance and daily logs of equipment; and
• Other duties as assigned
• Contact Suppliers, obtain quotes, order materials/ Supplies
• Mentor Junior operators and train where necessary

Requirements There are also some physical requirements associated with this job. Here are some of the fun things we’ll need you to confirm you can do:

• Able to work in confined spaces
• Bending, twisting, crouching, climbing and reaching
• Move and lift heavy equipment and supplies
• A combination of walking, standing, and sitting. There won’t be too much sitting at all, so don’t worry about getting restless.

What type of experience and skills do you have? These are only some of the things we’d like you to bring to the table. We can cover the rest when we meet.

• Valid driver’s license
• 5+ years of experience in building operations
• You’ve gained your experience in a commercial/office/retail environment
• You completed your Operator Class 4 Certificate
• You are familiar with safety and fire codes and WHMIS procedures
• You are proactive in finding problems and solving them
• You are a team player but can work on your own; and
• Your computer and communications skills are above par.

Who are we? Dream is one of Canada’s leading real estate companies, with over $28 billion in assets under management across four Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") listed trusts and numerous partnerships across North America and Europe. We develop, manage, and invest in master-planned communities, income properties, and urban intensification, and develop land and residential assets in Western Canada. We proudly build communities from the ground up: from land development to buildings homes and condominiums, and from providing retail centres and driving renewable energy projects to managing assets across the country.

Our attitude and approach sets us apart from our competitors. We are guided by our enterprising spirit: we try new things, approaching every project with passion and purpose. We care about our employees. We want everyone to have a rewarding career and to collaborate with people they like, so we provide exciting work opportunities, open work environments, and fun events. We hire constant learners, so we make sure to provide them with engaging work and to encourage them to share their ideas that will help us shape the company. Once you join us, it won’t take long to figure out why your colleagues like it so much here. This is your invitation to make a difference. We’re looking forward to helping you grow.

Dream is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process.