Reports To:  Associate Director, Technical Services 

Responsibilities:

Provides program delivery and business expertise for technical services delivered to CAPREIT Operations Units by the following:

• Assisting in the implementation and execution of service plans with buildings & equipment’s maintenance, following industry best practices.
• Inspections of all buildings on an ongoing basis and report issues to Technical Services Manager (TSM).
• Coordinate with TSM, Operations Managers (OM), and building staff by appropriate methods to resolve building system operational issues.
• Ensure all life safety certificates and equipment operating permits are in good standing and accurately recorded in company records.
• Ensure all maintenance and equipment’s service records are up to date and accurate.
• Directing, overseeing and monitoring maintenance staff and service technicians in maintenance functions, repair & services, work safety, and customer service.
• Providing technical support for decision making to operations.
• Assist in developing standards and specification for capital and operating repairs and services
• Assist with major renovations projects.
• Providing technical support and assist with internal departments for policy and procedure development and implementation at the operational level.
• Assist the Technical Services Manager in developing annual CAPEX budgets, with a focus on effective delivery to meet goals.
• Provide feedback on the development and effectiveness of the on-site maintenance capability for operations units, including the identification of any applicable training needs and development.
• Participate in the development and ongoing use of appropriate systems and technology to support the services plan to maximize innovation and cost reduce. System include computer-based maintenance system and building monitoring systems.
• Ensure building work practices comply with all applicable laws & regulations, city codes and other requirements.
• Assist the Technical Services Manager in the ongoing evaluation of activities, structure, development of staff and contracts within the Property Improvement Contract.
• Provide support in training site staff on systems, components, required inspection, and record keeping for HVAC, electrical, fire and emergency, interior/exterior building systems and components, health & safety and any other related building maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned by the Technical Services Manager

Qualifications:

• Completion of or working towards trade certification in gas, refrigeration, or building services;
• Background in building sciences including experience with boilers, plumbing, electrical, hydronic systems, building structure, and roofs;
• Certificate course in electrical or mechanical fields will be considered an asset, minimum of Power Engineering Class 5;
• Minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience in building or facility maintenance, construction experience will be considered an asset;
• Working knowledge of, but not limited to, the National Fire Code, Provincial Fire Code, Federal and Provincial Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety legislation including asbestos, and TSSA;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Supervisory experience;
• Organized and able to oversee multiple projects simultaneously;
• Excellent communication; and,
• Be on call for system failure escalations and to respond to major emergencies.
• Valid G driver's license and reliable vehicle required.