Manager, Maintenance and Energy Efficiency

OCAD University; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at OCAD University as a Manager of Maintenance and Energy Efficiency. This role is crucial in overseeing the maintenance of essential building systems and implementing energy efficiency initiatives to promote sustainability. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will manage a dedicated team, ensuring that facilities operate smoothly and efficiently. As the university embraces transformation, your contributions will help shape a welcoming and sustainable environment for students, faculty, and staff. If you are passionate about facilities management and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of supervisory experience in facilities maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Knowledge of various building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance programs for plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and more.
• Develop and implement energy efficiency plans and sustainability initiatives.
• Supervise maintenance team and manage work orders for building systems.

Skills

Facilities Maintenance

Energy Efficiency Management

Project Management

Knowledge of Building Codes

Technical Leadership

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma in building maintenance or similar field

Tools

Building Automation Systems

Building Performance Monitoring Software

Job description

Manager, Maintenance and Energy Efficiency Job Code 3443 Department Facilities & Studio Services Employment Type Permanent

OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we live, work and create

OCAD University, Canada’s largest and oldest art and design university, is a vibrant community of bold, curious and compassionate artists, designers and scholars who are imagining and creating a joyful, equitable and sustainable world. The University is an internationally renowned hub for art, design, digital media, research, innovation and creativity, and arts administration. It embraces collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to change-making through art, design-thinking curriculum and research, making OCAD U a local, regional, national and global leader in art and design.

It is an exciting time to join the OCAD U community as the University is at a key stage in its institutional transformation, with the implementation of its Academic and Strategic Plan and guiding principles — driving positive impact; decolonization, indigenization and equity; environmental sustainability; emerging as a vibrant hub; student centered approaches; innovation in learning teaching and research; and financial stewardship.

Reporting to the Director, Facilities and Studio Services, the Manager, Maintenance and Energy Efficiency is responsible for effective management of OCAD University (OCAD U) maintenance programs, which include plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, building automation, life safety infrastructure, compressors, mechanical equipment, and other infrastructure components. In addition, the position is responsible for the effective implementation of OCAD University’s short-term and long-term energy efficiency plans, and other sustainability initiatives as appropriate.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Facilities Maintenance

• In conjunction with the Director, Facilities and Studio Services, develop and implement short-term and long-term preventative maintenance and energy efficiency plans for the University’s buildings and equipment
• Oversee the maintenance and ongoing repair of building systems and components
• Monitor consumption of electric, fossil fuel, and any other kind of energy, to ensure buildings are running at peak efficiency
• Retain and direct contractors for all maintenance services and service contracts, including, but not limited to, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety; this would include re-negotiation of contracts through RFP and other purchasing processes
• Inform and make proactive recommendations to the Director, Facilities and Studio Services of issues, challenges and opportunities relating to Facilities Maintenance
• Supervise, assign work, and manage activities of the Maintenance Team staff, including setting goals, monitoring progress, evaluating employee performance, coaching, and supporting professional development
• Establish benchmarks and maintain effective performance with the University’s work order system. Monitor and ensure completion of work orders involving heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical work, and other Facilities maintenance responsibilities
• In conjunction with the Director, Facilities and Studio Services, maintain ongoing communication with the OCAD U community regarding issues relating to Facilities Maintenance as appropriate, and ensure that complaints and requests are promptly investigated and addressed
• In conjunction with the Director, Facilities and Studio Services, develop and maintain budgets for Facilities Maintenance
• Ensure that all work conducted by the Maintenance staff and outside contractors adheres to established standards for safety, performance, appearance, cleanliness, and relevant OCAD U policies
• Respond to Facilities and Studio Services emergencies during work hours and off-duty hours, as required
• Participate as an active member on relevant university committees (e.g., Joint Health and Safety, Sustainability) as appropriate
• Ensure that building automation schedules are in sync with University regular and special event hours
• Liaise with the Manager, Campus Planning and Projects as necessary to facilitate successful completion of building renewal and renovation projects
• Liaise with the Manager Campus Operations as necessary, to ensure successful day-to-day operations
• Perform other related duties and work closely with the Director, Facilities and Studio Services and other managers to ensure the provision of efficient services and keep the facility operating in a safe, efficient, and comfortable manner for the benefit of all occupants, including students, faculty, staff, volunteers and visitors

Energy Efficiency

• Work closely with the Director, Facilities and Studio Services and Vice-President, Finance & Administration on various studies and strategies to update OCAD U’s HVAC system operation in response to regulatory requirements and technological advances
• Work closely with OCAD U’s Sustainability Advisor to ensure ongoing implementation of sustainability initiatives relating to Facilities and University-wide strategy & goals
• Provide technical leadership in a variety of OCAD U sustainability initiatives and implement strategies to reduce the institutional carbon footprint
• Collaborate with the Sustainability Advisor on a strategic plan of campus utility metering to promote more efficient energy utilization, customer accountability, monitoring & reporting
• In conjunction with the Sustainability Advisor, promote the participation of faculty, students and staff relative to energy conservation initiatives
• Manage the analysis of energy utilization and commodity costs, as well as energy consumption data to support University purchasing practices and reporting to various levels of government

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma related to building maintenance or a similar field
• A minimum of four (4) years of professional facilities maintenance work experience in a supervisory role, or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications
• Knowledge of skills required to perform building maintenance and repairs/renovation activities including skilled trade disciplines of electrical, structural, architectural, and mechanical
• Demonstrated job estimation skills as they relate to building maintenance and operations.
• Working knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code and various codes and regulations as set out by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Technical Standards and Safety Authority, and all other authorities having jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of building automation systems and building performance monitoring software
• Project management experience and/or PMP certification
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, staff and faculty

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, plus benefits.

Hours of Work: Total of 35 hours per week.

Mode of Work: Hybrid Model. The incumbent will be expected to be on-site at least 4 days a week.

Application Deadline: Interested applicants are invited to submit an updated *resume and cover letter (PDF) by selecting "Apply Now" below, no later than Sunday, January 5, 2025.

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As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

We encourage members of designated equity-deserving groups to self-identify within the voluntary Applicant Questionnaire.

In order to alleviate the under-representation of racialized and Indigenous administrators, priority in hiring will be given to qualified racialized and Indigenous persons who self-identify as such in the application process. This initiative is a special program under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.