Operational Support
Building Services Lead (FS12)
Education
IT Campus
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Department of Facilities and Engineering
Continuing Full-time Position: Commencing approximately November 25, 2024
Application deadline is 11:59pm, November 5, 2024
Competition No. 2425-238 (c)
Salary range: $45,359.95 to $47,954.41 annually
NSCC has a comprehensive benefits plan (health, dental, vision, paramedical, etc.), pension, vacation, and other perks. Learn more here.
The department of Facilities and Engineering are accountable to provide effective and timely maintenance and custodial service that promote commitment to the care and preservation of campus facilities, a safe work environment, effective risk management in order to create and maintain a welcoming environment reflecting standards of excellence in support of NSCC programs.
NSCC is committed to taking a leadership role as the College continues its journey towards environmental sustainability for the benefit of all Nova Scotians. As a steward of the environment, you will be responsible to demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining an environmentally sustainable workplace in all aspects of your position (such as waste management programs, energy efficiency programs and conservation).
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, as the Building Services Lead, you will plan, schedule, direct and functionally supervise all duties applicable to building services and facilities support staff in addition to general maintenance and cleaning duties.
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:
The minimum educational qualification for this position is a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (GED) or willingness to attain Grade 12 or GED within your probationary period.
You have a minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in a facilities management department with an emphasis on the management and supervision of custodial, maintenance, general building trades and shipping and receiving functions.
You have demonstrated experience providing general and preventative maintenance duties.
Note: Applicants with a combination of the education and experience listed above may be considered.
You have a Forklift Operators Certificate or are willing to obtain this certification within your probationary period.
A Building Environment Systems (BES) Level 1 certification or an equivalent certification such as a Building Operator Certification, a BOMI Certification as a Systems Maintenance Technician, or a BOMI Certification as a System Maintenance Administrator, would be considered an asset. Or you are willing to obtain one of these certifications within your probationary period.
A Building Trade Certification would be considered an asset.
Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations would be considered an asset.
Experience aiding/assisting with an HVAC trade would be considered an asset.
You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, Megamation and building automated systems software.
Possession of a valid Nova Scotia Driver's Licence is a bona fide relevant occupational requirement for this position.
Relevant Skills and Knowledge:
You demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism.
You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and can interact effectively with a diversity of people.
You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in Building Automated Systems.
You are familiar working within and committed to complying with OHS policies and procedures.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret the mixes and various uses of chemicals used for cleaning.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to processing work orders and preventative maintenance.
You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in facilities maintenance.
You are dedicated to life-long learning and keeping up with cutting edge technology in facilities maintenance filed.
You show a strong commitment to community involvement and collaboration with other government organizations.
You are able to perform all physical duties of the job as required for the operation and maintenance of the facilities and operation of small hand tools and shop equipment.
Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.
NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.