Facilities Manager

Town Of Kindersley; Kindersley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and operations for various properties including offices and community centers. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, journey-level plumbing skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. Responsibilities include managing repairs, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A valid driver's license is required. This position offers a dynamic work environment both indoors and outdoors.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Knowledge of workplace compliance regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of Town facilities.
• Perform regular inspections of all properties.
• Manage repairs and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Project management

Mechanical skills

Plumbing skills

Electrical skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Journeyman Plumber certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electric meters

Job description

Reports To
Chief Administrative Officer

Summary
The Facilities Manager will be responsible for overseeing the upkeep of Town of Kindersley buildings and other facilities, including but not limited to the Town Office, West Central Event Centre, Aquatics Centre, Fire Hall, Old Fire Hall, Elks Hall, Norman Ritchie Community Centre, Town Shop, park facilities, maintenance facilities, tourist locations, etc.

Job Duties
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment, structures and grounds on the property.
• Ensure all facilities are up to code and compliant with any relevant legislation.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fittings, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Perform regular property inspections of units, common areas, building exteriors, and landscape.
• Ensure effective management of loss prevention, risk management, security, maintenance, ventilation, heating, cooling and other daily activities.
• Keep accurate records of space conditions including roof, HVAC and utilities.
• Plan and manage replacement of major capital expense items such as HVAC system, roof systems and parking lot surfaces.
• Provide general status reports for all properties as scheduled.
• Request for quotations, make contracts, supervise work and approve invoices for all services required to maintain the properties.
• Oversee all maintenance mechanics working at managed properties.
• Contact appropriate maintenance service shop for major repairs.
• Maintain heating and air conditioning systems, boilers, pumps, fan units, control panels, thermostats, cooling towers, etc.
• Maintain and/or has working knowledge of environmental safeguards and alarm systems.
• Maintain fire alarms, extinguishers.
• Monitor emergency generator, function and orders refueling.
• Determine needed supplies and equipment.
• Monitor need for equipment maintenance and repair.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and facilities.
• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Update and maintain information in Town of Kindersley records systems and department databases.
• Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.
• Drive Town of Kindersley vehicles, as required.
• Prepare, paint and decorate interior and exterior surfaces as required.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., “systems for preventative maintenance”, “maintenance requisitions”, scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.
• Keep current with ongoing changes and new technology and adapt accordingly.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, manuals and warranties.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements
• High school diploma/GED.
• Journeymen Plumber preferred.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.
• Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures).
• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems.
• Excellent time management and project management skills.
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email.
• First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets.

Work Conditions
• Physical ability to lift up to 75lb.
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Overtime as required.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Work both indoors and outdoors.
• Will be exposed to construction site.