Technical Services Coordinator

CAPREIT Apartments; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CAPREIT Apartments in Montreal is seeking a Technical Services Coordinator to provide expertise for technical services across operations units. You'll be responsible for coordinating maintenance staff and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in facility maintenance, trade certification or relevant education, and excellent communication skills. You will oversee multiple projects and be on call for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience in building or facility maintenance.
• Experience with boilers, plumbing, electrical, hydronic systems and roofs.
• Be on call for system failure escalations and respond to major emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with TSM and staff to resolve building system issues.
• Ensure all safety and maintenance records are up to date.
• Assist in developing standards for repairs and servicing.

Skills

Trade certification in gas, refrigeration, or building services

Building sciences background

Knowledge of the National Fire Code

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Supervisory experience

Excellent communication

Education

Completion of or working towards trade certification

Power Engineering Class 5

Job description

Technical Services Coordinator Position Description

Title: Technical Services Coordinator

Reports To: Technical Services Manager

Responsibilities

Provides program delivery and business expertise for technical services delivered to CAPREIT Operations Units by the following:

• Assisting in the implementation and execution of service plans with buildings & equipment’s maintenance, following industry best practices.
• Inspections of all buildings on an ongoing basis and report issues to Technical Services Manager (TSM).
• Coordinate with TSM, Operations Managers (OM), and building staff by appropriate methods to resolve building system operational issues.
• Ensure all life safety certificates and equipment operating permits are in good standing and accurately recorded in company records.
• Ensure all maintenance and equipment’s service records are up to date and accurate.
• Directing, overseeing and monitoring maintenance staff and service technicians in maintenance functions, repair & services, work safety, and customer service.
• Providing technical support for decision making to operations.
• Assist in developing standards and specification for capital and operating repairs and services
• Assist with major renovations projects.
• Providing technical support and assist with internal departments for policy and procedure development and implementation at the operational level.
• Assist the Technical Services Manager in developing annual CAPEX budgets, with a focus on effective delivery to meet goals.
• Provide feedback on the development and effectiveness of the on-site maintenance capability for operations units, including the identification of any applicable training needs and development.
• Participate in the development and ongoing use of appropriate systems and technology to support the services plan to maximize innovation and cost reduce. System include computer-based maintenance system and building monitoring systems.
• Ensure building work practices comply with all applicable laws & regulations, city codes and other requirements.
• Assist the Technical Services Manager in the ongoing evaluation of activities, structure, development of staff and contracts within the Property Improvement Contract.
• Provide support in training site staff on systems, components, required inspection, and record keeping for HVAC, electrical, fire and emergency, interior/exterior building systems and components, health & safety and any other related building maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned by the Technical Services Manager

Qualifications

• Completion of or working towards trade certification in gas, refrigeration, or building services;
• Background in building sciences including experience with boilers, plumbing, electrical, hydronic systems, building structure, and roofs;
• Certificate course in electrical or mechanical fields will be considered an asset, minimum of Power Engineering Class 5;
• Minimum of 4 – 6 years’ experience in building or facility maintenance, construction experience will be considered an asset;
• Working knowledge of, but not limited to, the National Fire Code, Provincial Fire Code, Federal and Provincial Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety legislation including asbestos, and TSSA;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Supervisory experience;
• Organized and able to oversee multiple projects simultaneously;
• Excellent communication; and,
• Be on call for system failure escalations and to respond to major emergencies.