ASSISTANT MANAGER, MAINTENANCE
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Director, Property and Asset Management, the Assistant Manager, Maintenance is responsible for the planning and overseeing the work of maintenance employees to ensure safe and efficient operations of all Wood Buffalo Housing properties.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Models safety standards and maintains an environment always focused on safety.
· Leads, trains, and supports maintenance team members as needed to develop individuals' skills and expand team capabilities.
· Coordinate and oversee the scheduling of emergency and regular repairs, and suite turnovers.
· Assign and adjust tasks to ensure schedules are maintained and deadlines are met, especially as it relates to move-in dates.
· Handles multiple projects and daily activities, meeting deadlines, and developing plans on how to accomplish departmental and distribution goals.
· Maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, contractors, and vendors.
· Manage and monitor contractor and vendor performance.
· Seek out best pricing for materials and services within the procurement policy.
· Assist in the preparation of scopes of work in order to release tenders for projects less than $250,000.
· Manage and oversee the inventory levels, assignment, and purchasing.
· Responsible for the verification of suite turnover maintenance requirements.
· Maintain fire protection systems and building automation equipment.
· Coordinate regular maintenance and repairs of boilers, heating, and ventilation systems.
· Establish preventative maintenance programs and schedules and prepare improvement plans.
· Performing daily and weekly audits for cleanliness and work orders.
· Promote staff morale and workplace safety. Ensure team compliance with OH&S standards.
· Complete contractor evaluations and ensure performance targets are met.
· Consult with management on staff performance.
· Ensure building compliance with Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED).
· Develop and prepare reports on building and unit performance.
· Monitor work order history to prevent ongoing concerns or long-term liability.
· Assist with preparing the maintenance budget.
· Assist with forecasting future project needs and cost analysis.
· Work within the budgets established and identify any cost overruns.
· Update information in Yardi.
· Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
· A University degree or Community College diploma in Business Administration, Property Management, Building Systems Engineering Technician or equivalent.
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in operations including building automation systems and maintenance supervision with an emphasis on plumbing/HVAC knowledge.
· Previous experience managing or coordinating contractors and staff.
· Journeyman plumber preferred.
· Previous experience managing or coordinating contractors and staff.
· Demonstrated ability to effectively manage budgets.
· Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member and to make decisions in a complex environment.
· Demonstrated leadership and organizational/time management skills are essential to this position as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work within a unionized environment.
· Proven ability to identify, evaluate, and develop new ideas with supportable results.
· Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
· Exceptional computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Yardi, as well as property management and building automation software and system diagnostic skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Normal office conditions.
· Ability to walk long distances.
· Ability to lift at least 50lbs.
· Ability to crouch, climb and enter confined spaces.
· Fast paced environment with multiple priorities.
· Evening and weekend hours as required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
· Valid Class 5 driver’s license with five years’ driving experience and abstract acceptable to the Employer. Must also have own vehicle.
· Must provide a criminal record check for review and acceptance.
Posting open until filled.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Management: 5 years (preferred)
- Maintenance Operations: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
