FOREPERSON MECH ELECTRICAL & TRADES

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal corporation is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor in Toronto. The successful candidate will lead the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems. Key skills include expertise in facilities maintenance, proficiency with building automation systems, and strong communication abilities. The role involves directing trade staff, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive wage of $38.58 to $42.26 per hour.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience with facilities maintenance in complex environments.
• Experience working with 24/7-hour facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of trades and staff.
• Perform field inspections and monitor project progress.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical systems experience

Building Automation Systems

Communication in writing

Ability to use shop equipment and tools

Customer service skills

Education

Trades Licence (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)

Valid Class 'G' Driver’s License

Tools

MS Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Job Category: Buildings, Property Operations & Real Estate
• Job Type & Duration: Full-Time, Permanent, Vacancy
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $38.58 - $42.26
• Shift Information: 40 hours per week, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 16-OCT-2025 to 30-OCT-2025

Job Summary

Reporting to a supervisor the incumbent will be required to direct and coordinate the activities of trades, staff and vendors engaged in the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical & HVAC systems in City of Toronto buildings.

Major Responsibilities

Assists in organizing and directing all activities within the assigned Shops facility, including the mechanical maintenance and small engine shops.

Directs and coordinates activities of Trade and other workers engaged in facility construction, electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair.

Performs field inspections of job sites with plans and checks work progress, safety, and personnel performance to ensure work complies with plans and specifications.

Confers with departmental staff regarding necessary changes to specifications for new installations. Plans and organizes the duties and assigns staff to maintain and repair mechanical equipment to ensure it meets specified operating conditions. Checks all completed jobs to ensure satisfactory work. Monitors and records progress of projects and repair/maintenance assignments.

Receives calls for emergency maintenance regarding broken or disabled services. Determines work required and dispatches personnel to job location. Attends on site, as necessary.

Assists the Supervisor in coordinating and scheduling Facilities Operations trades personnel and/or outside contractors in daily work requests, preventive maintenance and projects.

Works in the computerized Building Maintenance Work Order system to assist in the processing of daily work requests.

May be required to provide technical input to the Supervisor for the development of contract, purchasing and budget documents.

May be required to provide direction and monitoring of contractor work.

Inspects facilities, and observes equipment to detect malfunctions and ensure proper operation of equipment.

Prepares work shift schedules and vacation schedules for Supervisors' approval.

Maintains inventory records of tools, supplies and equipment.

Completes requisitions, as needed, to order materials. Makes emergency calls for repair and/or replacement of major items.

Maintains record of annual inspections and repairs.

Provides on-the-job training, work direction and instructions to staff in relation to health and safety in the workplace.

Communicates with departmental staff, outside agencies and the public, as required.

Investigates operational issues and reports findings to Supervisor.

May be required to drive City or personal vehicles as part of job function.

May be required to be on call on a rotating schedule basis.

Key Qualifications

Considerable experience working with Mechanical and Electrical systems with a focus on facilities maintenance, in complex facilities with a focus on base building, construction and complex critical systems in various sites, including 24/7-hour sites.

Experience working with Building Automation Systems (a focus on operating complex or large critical facilities that operate 24/7 is preferred).

Must possess a Trades Licence pertinent to this position such as electrical, plumbing, or HVAC, and must be in good standing with the Ontario College of Trades.

Experience using corporate software applications (i.e. MS Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class "G" Driver’s License and must qualify for and be able to maintain the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.

You Must Also Have

Ability to provide work direction and training to others.

Ability use shop equipment, hand and power tools.

Ability to travel to various locations and pick up tools.

Ability to read and interpret sketches/maps/blueprints.

Must be able to use iPad, iPhone, laptop and PC computer.

Must be able to communicate effectively in writing.

Must be physically capable of performing required duties.

Ability to deal courteously with the public.

Must have a working knowledge of Mechanical and Building Codes: Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, HVAC Codes and T.S.S.A.

Extensive knowledge of operating large, complex HVAC and Building Automation Systems.

Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, W.H.M.I.S and the regulations that apply to this work.

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