Building Operations Technician

Building Operations Technician

Real Property Asset Management Division

Status: (1) Regular Full Time position

Salary Range: $73,849 to $92,313 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits) 

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: 1600 Bovaird Drive Brampton ON & 5 Docksteader Road Brampton, ON

Hours of work: 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:00PM

This role is suitable for a commercial facilities coordinator with strong and diverse experience in facility administration, building operations and maintenance, budgeting and contractor coordination. Reporting to a Property Integration Manager, you will be supported by technical specialists to deliver comprehensive services to Regional employees and visitors.

If you are a good communicator who can foster relationships with both clients and vendors to achieve overall satisfaction in building maintenance and occupant services, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who will work to provide a safe, reliable and functional facility for staff and visitors to enjoy.  If you enjoy being a partner to the business and have a passion for excellent customer service – this is the role for you!

What you will do: 

• Ensure the effective operations of Regional facilities and properties and that they are compliant while contributing to program service delivery and occupant/visitor safety
• Coordinate a variety of facility services including security, groundskeeping, janitorial, contracted maintenance staff and others as assigned
• Build and maintain positive working relationships within the division, program partners, other internal service providers and all Regional staff
• Provide guidance and oversee activities of contracted staff
• Monitor and report on related facility portfolio operating budgets
• Coordinate day to day property operations and service contracts to ensure timely responses and a proactive approach in overall property maintenance and safety
• Coordinate contracted services by creating contract scope, validating the quality of work, quotation review, vendor performance reviews as well as validating invoices for routine and additional work
• Perform building inspections, draft building notices, respond to occupant in a timely manner, perform work in accordance with targets set out in Service Level Agreements
• Participate in the annual development of facility’s capital and operating plans and budget. Support project implementation
• Routinely monitor the financial status of assigned operational accounts/services
• Take proactive steps to understand Regional programs and facility occupant needs. Coordinate work activities that meet their needs
• Work to ensure facilities support continuous program service delivery to residents in Peel
• Be aware of and implement emergency business continuity activities
• Coordinate activities to ensure facilities are compliant with legislative requirements
• Perform or coordinate external vendors to perform activities resulting from Health and Safety Committee inspections
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

What the role requires: 

• Minimum of 5 years property management experience with vendor management, administration and financial management responsibilities
• Post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
• Proficiency in all MS Office applications
• Class G driver's license in good standing free of serious offenses with daily access to a car

Skills/Abilities:  

• Ability to participate in a rotational on-call schedule for several other Regional facilities
• Ability to coordinate a high volume of activities thrive in a fast-paced environment and stay organized
• Ability to remain current on building technology, systems and equipment
• Ability to provide leadership to contracted vendors using effective communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use sound judgment and deal with ambiguous complex situations in a professional manner
• Strong customer service skills and a high level of acumen and diplomacy with internal and external customers

Nice to have: 

• A property or facility management designation, or working towards a designation, such as FMP & SFP would be preferred
• Project Management experience an asset
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is an asset

Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow with Peel Region! Join us—be bold, think big, and help shape a better tomorrow.

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
• Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.
• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing — whether in your career or on a personal level.

We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work! 🎉

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.