Specialist Maintenance - Pest Management Peel Housing Corporation

Specialist Maintenance - Pest Management Peel Housing Corporation

Human Services – Peel Housing Corporation

Contract Full Time (24 Months)

Salary Range: $94,455 to $118,069 per year plus comprehensive benefits 

Hiring Range: $94,455 - $106,262 per year

Work Mode: Hybrid* (up to 4-5 days onsite depending on operational needs)

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON  (Travel will be required to do onsite visits at Peel Living buildings)

Hours of work: 35 hours per week 

**Join our diverse team and be part of our vision. Think big. Channel your creativity. Make a difference.
At Peel Region, we can create lasting impact, together.**

Who we are: Peel Housing Corporation provides safe, well maintained living environments for tenants in Peel Living and Region of Peel owned properties including: 71 residential properties, two transitional housing residences and three emergency shelters. These services contribute to a positive experience for residents and enhance neighbourhoods where the buildings are located.  This position will lead the development, implementation, and administration of the Integrated Pest Management Program and engage and support tenants, staff and partners on the IPM program. Coordinate with contractors and co-workers to implement proper preventative pest maintenance schedules and regular inspections.

What you will do in this role:

• Responsible for scheduled inspections, monitoring all infestation reports, and provide guidance and technical advice on the development and implementation of an integrated Pest Management Strategy.
• Coordinate the work of service contractors for the building systems (eg. repair, replace, upgrade), taking the lead in troubleshooting operational problems, such as pest infestations.
  
• Research, analyze and provide recommendations on trends to further develop pest maintenance programs and ensure these programs are being followed.
• Provide technical expertise to define Scope of Work on pest maintenance programs and related service contracts.
• Schedule and lead site visits with technical experts.
• Provide guidance/direction to Maintenance staff (bargaining and summer students) without direct supervision.
• Implement and administer the preventative maintenance annual plan and provide input into the development.
• Implement and maintain the preventative maintenance calendar to improve building conditions.
• Analyze reports and develop recommendations for preventive maintenance schedule changes to increase productivity and ensure work can be conducted safely.
• Coordinate projects and act as the central point of contact for maintenance issues. Ensure preventative maintenance activities are consistently and concisely documented.
• Maintain positive working relationship with Contractors and monitor their services; compare prices to achieve cost saving. Prepare and issue Vendor Performance Evaluation report when necessary.
• Analyze quotations, reports and investigations provided by different consultants.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant legislation and code requirements, also providing expert interpretation of legislation and internal procedures include Ontario Building Code, Residential Tenancy Act, Pesticides Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and Canadian Standards Association standards.

What the role requires:

• University degree in a related field with at least 5 years of work experience in pest control maintenance.
• Exterminator License – Structural Extermination (Pest Control license).
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including Ontario Building Codes, Housing Services Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Pesticides Act, MFIPPA, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employee Standards Act.
• Knowledge of Human Services programs as well as an understanding of customer service requirements with the ability to foster a holistic approach.
• Ability to prepare Scope of Work and technical information.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in order to conduct day to day business.
• Short- and long-term planning skills, ability to develop and execute plans, create project timelines and meet milestones.
• Sound decision-making capabilities including sound judgment and critical thinking to arrive at recommendations or conclusions.
• Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written; proven ability to present to various audiences both internal and external to Peel.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project and database management.
• Knowledge of project management methodology is an asset.
• This position will require travelling to clients throughout the day anywhere in the Region of Peel.
• Asset if you have:
  • Certification in Integrated Pest Management.
  • Experience in working within a multi-residential and / or community housing setting.

Skills/Abilities: 

• Demonstrate commitment to continuously improve quality of service to tenants
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills required, emphasizing effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently and in an integrated team environment and possess strong organizational skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion and problem solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Applications
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health 
• Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable) 
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance 
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion 
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Work Mode & Job Location: at 7120 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON (up to 4-5 days onsite depending on operational needs).

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

Interview: Our recruitment process may be conducted virtually or in person.

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

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.