BES Technician, FT

**Employment Type:** Full-time (Permanent) **Department**: Real Estate and Property Management **Union:** Included (CUPE) **Classification:** Union (Level 3) **Salary:** $29.87/hr **File #:** 26-REPM-07 (1 Open) **Posting Date:** November 10, 2026 **Posting Close**: November 20, 2026 **Reason for vacancy:** New Position **Position Summary** Reporting to the Building Operations and Maintenance Supervisor, the Building Operator is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of the Agency's mechanical, electrical, life safety, and building automation systems. The Building Operator ensures the reliable operation of critical building infrastructure, supports regulatory compliance, and coordinates specialized maintenance activities to maximize equipment performance, safety, and system reliability. The Building Operator serves as the technical resource for building systems and provides escalation support for complex maintenance issues beyond the scope of routine maintenance. The position works collaboratively with Property Management, Maintenance Workers, contractors, and tenants to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted building operations. The successful candidate will maintain positive working relationships with staff, contractors, service providers, and tenants while demonstrating professionalism and sensitivity when working in supportive housing environments. **Duties and Responsibilities** Building Systems Operations * Operate, monitor, inspect, troubleshoot, and optimize critical building systems, including: + HVAC systems + Boilers and hydronic heating systems + Building Automation System (BAS) + Electrical distribution systems + Emergency power generation + Fire alarm and fire suppression systems + Domestic water distribution + Elevators * Monitor system performance through inspections, BAS alarms, trend analysis, and operational data to identify deficiencies and ensure equipment reliability and energy efficiency. * Perform daily building rounds and technical inspections of mechanical, electrical, life safety, and building systems. * Diagnose equipment failures, determine appropriate corrective actions, and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime. * Recommend operational improvements and equipment upgrades to improve system reliability and lifecycle performance. Preventative Maintenance * Plan, schedule, and perform preventative maintenance activities for critical building infrastructure, including but not limited to: + Generator testing and documentation + Boiler inspections and operational adjustments + HVAC preventative maintenance + BAS monitoring and scheduling adjustments + Condenser cleaning + Filter replacement + Fire protection impairments + Mechanical equipment inspections * Ensure preventative maintenance activities are completed in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, regu