Senior Building Operator (Night Shift)

Clutch Technologies Inc.•Mississauga, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Clutch is seeking a Senior Building Operator - Night Shift to join our Real Estate team! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies as we rapidly scale our physical footprint. You’ll play a critical role in supporting overnight facility operations by ensuring our buildings, equipment, and infrastructure remain safe, functional, and operational to support Clutch’s fast-paced business. Role Overview The Senior Building Operator - Night Shift is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant overnight operation of assigned facilities. This role is focused on hands-on building operations, equipment monitoring, first-line troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and emergency response. The Senior Building Operator - Night Shift supports operational continuity by identifying issues early, resolving routine building-related problems independently, and escalating higher-risk or specialized issues when required.

Requirements

College diploma, trade certification, or equivalent practical experience in Building Operations, Facilities Maintenance, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, or a related field.
Typically, 3–5 years of experience in building operations, industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a similar hands-on technical role.
Experience in commercial, industrial, automotive, logistics, or high-throughput operational environments is preferred.
Experience working independently on evenings, nights, or rotating shifts is preferred.
Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, makeup air, ventilation, plumbing, pumps, motors, lighting, and general building systems.
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and complete minor repairs safely and independently.
Extremely proficient in Google Office Suite.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with a practical, hands-on approach.
High level of ownership, initiative, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure during overnight incidents or equipment failures.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to document issues clearly and communicate effectively across shifts.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Reliable, responsive, and committed to maintaining a high standard of service.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is an asset.
Basic understanding of oil-water separators, waste oil handling areas, and related environmental controls is an asset.
Building Environmental Systems (BES) certification
Refrigeration Operator Class B or higher
Trade certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or millwright work
First Aid / CPR certification
WHMIS
Working at Heights
Forklift or aerial lift certification

Responsibilities

Oversee overnight building operations to ensure facilities are safe, secure, clean, and fully operational.
Perform routine inspections of building systems, equipment, and critical infrastructure to identify deficiencies, risks, and maintenance needs.
Complete preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance tasks assigned through the work order management system.
Carry out minor repairs and first-line troubleshooting for HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, doors, drains, and general building systems.
Monitor and respond to facility-related issues affecting daily operations, including after-hours and emergency situations.
Support the efficient operation of service bays, detailing areas, vehicle flow areas, and other high-use operational spaces.
Monitor building systems including HVAC, makeup air units, exhaust and ventilation systems, pumps, motors, plumbing systems, lighting, and electrical distribution equipment.
Conduct first-response troubleshooting on mechanical and building-related issues and implement safe temporary or permanent repairs where appropriate.
Monitor oil-water separators, waste handling areas, and related infrastructure to ensure proper operation and identify issues requiring escalation.
Record inspections, maintenance activities, deficiencies, and repairs accurately in CMMS or facility logs.
Assist with equipment shutdowns, start-ups, resets, and operating adjustments in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Escalate specialized repairs to supervisors, vendors, or licensed trades when work falls outside scope or safety limits.
Ensure full compliance with all applicable building codes, health and safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental standards.
Maintain a safe working environment during overnight operations by identifying hazards and taking corrective action where required.
Support site emergency response procedures, including incident containment, equipment isolation, and escalation to internal leaders or external vendors.
Report safety concerns, near misses, spills, deficiencies, and compliance risks in a timely and accurate manner.
Promote a proactive safety culture through disciplined work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Coordinate and escort after-hours contractors or emergency vendors as required.
Support third-party service providers by providing site access, operational context, and follow-up documentation.
Verify that contractor work is completed safely and that affected equipment or areas are returned to service appropriately.
Communicate overnight issues, vendor visits, and outstanding deficiencies clearly to the daytime facilities team.
Maintain accurate shift logs, inspection records, work order updates, and turnover notes.
Provide clear handoff communication to day shift teams regarding outstanding issues, completed work, risks, and recommended next steps.
Support the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures for overnight facility operations.
Identify recurring issues and recommend practical maintenance or reliability improvements.