Facilities Manager

The Peel District School Board (PDSB) is a racially, culturally and linguistically diverse board that serves 155,000+ students and approximately 17,000 employees. In PDSB, 87% of students are racialized, non-white, representing 162 different ethnic backgrounds. Students in Peel have 121 different first languages. Student diversity also exists in terms of gender and gender expression, sexuality and in terms of ability and faith. A responsive and empathetic understanding of the lived experiences of the students and communities we serve is vital to those who will take on leadership roles within the PDSB. The workforce consists of teachers, office staff, custodial staff, education assistants and professional staff. The workforce is largely unionized through PDSB’s numerous affiliated bargaining agents.

We are currently accepting applications for a Facilities Manager .

The successful applicant will report to the General Manager, Facilities Operations, Facilities and Environmental Support Services, and will manage custodial staff and facilities services within an assigned area. Responsibilities will include: providing daily supervision and direction to custodians and school attendants (80 to 120 full and part-time), Office Assistants and contracted services; providing site management for 15 to 25 locations for all aspects of facilities operations including ensuring that standards of cleaning, maintenance and security are maintained; managing an annual budget; provision of all the facilities related contracted services for the schools within the assigned area; administration of collective agreements; identification, prioritization and administration of building renewal projects; participating in the planning, scheduling and monitoring of new construction and additions; training custodial staff in facilities/building operations and maintenance, Health and Safety, WHMIS, asbestos, ladders/lifts, ground care and equipment and record keeping; on call approximately two (2) weeks per year to provide leadership in responding to all after hour emergencies and be available to assist with afterhours/weekend emergencies in the assigned area; hiring new staff and participating in the promotion of existing staff; other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Degree or diploma in Business Administration or a related field or equivalent related education and directly related experience

Preference will be given to applicants with a certification in Facilities Management or progressing towards completion

Minimum five (5) years’ experience providing custodial services in progressively responsible positions and two (2) years’ supervisory experience

Thorough working knowledge of custodial and maintenance processes, Board policies and procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employment Standards Act, budgets, collective agreements and ISO standards

Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience

Excellent technical, presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal; as well as, computer literacy

Demonstrated coordination, project management, initiative, decision making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Excellent budget management, organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail

Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment

Commitment to Equity, Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism

The Peel District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of the Region of Peel. We will provide reasonable accommodation (e.g., an accessible location, rescheduling of interviews that fall on Days of Significance etc.) based on any of the human rights protected grounds, during the hiring process if advised in advance.

We are also committed to inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racist practices while also supporting the continuous growth and development of an equitable and empowered education system at the PDSB.

Criminal Background Check

Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory Criminal Background Check prior to commencing employment. Please review the requirements for the Criminal Background Check.

Recruitment Process

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but will only be contacting candidates whose skills, experience and qualifications best meet the requirements of the position. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the selection process; such as, test and skill demonstrations. All communication to applicants regarding this job posting, including an invitation to complete skills assessments and/or a job interview if applicable, will be made through email. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check their email as listed on their applytoeducation.com account.

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Preference will be given to qualified members of the Administrative Staff Group (ASG).