Facilities Foreperson: Lead Campus Maintenance & Safety

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation prorated 15 days/year

Extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible learning courses

Wellness & Employee Assistance

Job summary

BCIT in Burnaby is seeking a regular, full-time Foreperson within Campus Planning and Facilities. The Foreperson oversees day-to-day operations, supervising staff, coordinating contractors, and ensuring compliant maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.

You will plan budgets, prepare estimates, and drive safety programs, training, and energy conservation, while aligning work with the Campus Master Plan and ministry capital allocations.

Qualifications

• Two years general trades experience plus up to ten years current relevant experience.
• Valid trades qualification or interprovincial ticket (Journeyperson) with related education and business training.
• Familiarity with DDC building automation technology; strong leadership and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and allocate work.
• Ensure compliance with Electrical Code and BC regulations.
• Plan and coordinate future work including budgets and capital planning.
• Manage budgets and approve invoices.
• Supervise staff and provide coaching.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and contractors.
• Develop emergency and preventative maintenance plans.
• Assist in budget tracking and energy conservation.
• Support alignment with Campus Master Plan and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Mentoring

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Work independently

Troubleshooting

Working under pressure

Education

Trades qualification / Journeyperson

Business management training

Tools

DDC building automation

Computer skills

Job description

BCIT in Burnaby is seeking a regular, full-time Foreperson within Campus Planning and Facilities. The Foreperson oversees day-to-day operations, supervising staff, coordinating contractors, and ensuring compliant maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.

You will plan budgets, prepare estimates, and drive safety programs, training, and energy conservation, while aligning work with the Campus Master Plan and ministry capital allocations.