Maintenance, Housing Supply Specialist - Jobs in Brampton, ON

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Maintenance, Housing Supply SpecialistHuman Services – Housing ServicesContract Full-Time; 24 MonthsReporting into the Supervisor of Housing Supply, the Maintenance Specialist ensures preventative maintenance programs are developed and administered in all Region of Peel emergency, transitional and affordable housing facilities to maintain the Region’s assets in a safe and good working order. In this role you will ensure effective maintenance service complies with all applicable legislation and regulations; that contracts are in place; and that the scope of work supports the Region’s objectives.In this role you will:

• Develop and administer comprehensive preventative maintenance programs and ensure they are followed to increase the life expectancy of equipment, reduce repair cost and avoid interruption to Regional program service delivery.
• Be responsible for preventative maintenance work calendars, scheduling and inspections, monitoring work in collaboration with Technical Advisors. Ensure activities are consistently and concisely documented. Schedule work to eliminate risk to building occupants and program services.
• Use technical expertise to develop and maintain service contracts and standard operating procedures for the effective maintenance and operations of building systems and components for commercial facilities.
• Maintain an inventory of replacement parts for critical systems and components.
• Assess vendor performance and maintain performance records to ensure terms of contracts are met.
• Provide guidance and technical advice on the implementation / integration of replaced or new systems.
• Review quotations for new or replacement equipment and related services for validity and inclusion/exclusion in contracts.
• Collaborate in troubleshooting operational problems.
• Conduct research and analyze specialized systems information in order to prepare technical documentation, reports and statistical analysis, and provide recommendations on trends. Support the selection of new equipment and systems.
• Schedule and lead site visits with others to review building/equipment drawings, investigations and failure analysis as required.
• Provide support and guidance to Building Operator Technicians and contracted maintenance staff.
• Promote energy savings for all facilities by working collaboratively with the Climate Change and Energy and Environmental Management team; take advantage of the incentive programs to increase the efficiency of the buildings and operations.
• Review asset database inventory records of existing building equipment and provide updated information for newly installed equipment.
• Support capital projects and planning by providing technical expertise and recommendations. Ensure operating manuals and as-built drawings are received and are available for all equipment and systems. May participate in commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain positive working relationships with contractors and monitor their services; compare prices and make recommendations to achieve cost savings. Prepare and issue Vendor Performance Evaluation reports and manage in accordance with Regional Purchasing guidelines when necessary.
• Analyze quotations, reports and investigations provided by different consultants regarding major equipment repairs, replacements or upgrades.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant legislation and code requirements.
• Ensure receipt of and review warranty documentation for equipment and ensure all repairs within the warranty period will not be charged.
• Review Building Condition Assessment studies and participate in the capital planning exercise.
• Work collaboratively with Facility & Occupant Services staff, Purchasing, contractors, vendors and other divisional staff

Qualifications:

• University degree in Engineering, Applied Science or related field with at least 5 years of work experience with HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of building systems; heating, ventilation and air-conditioning; mechanical, electrical, chemical, architectural, structural and building envelope; understand their interaction, life cycle, required maintenance and performance indicators.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including Ontario Building Code, National and Ontario Fire Codes, Ontario Natural Gas and Propane Code, Technical Standards and Safety Authority standards, Canadian Standards Association standards, Electrical Safety Authority, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, ASHRAE Standards and Guidelines, Employee Standards Act.
• Ability to prepare Scopes of Work and technical information for tender documents, contracts and requests for quotations.
• Ability to review and analyze technical mechanical and building drawings and specifications.
• Ability to develop and execute plans.
• Ability to assess and communicate levels of risk.
• Sound decision making capabilities including sound judgment and critical thinking to arrive at recommendations or conclusions.
• Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Computerized Maintenance Management software.
• Licensed Professional Engineer of Ontario (P.Eng.) is an asset.

Location: In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton and other regional work sites as required. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.Hours of Work: 35 hours/weekInterview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.New employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.About Us:The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work were focused on to bring this vision to life.To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.Additional Information:The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.Quick Apply

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