Facility Manager - Winnipeg, Canada - United Way Winnipeg

United Way Winnipeg

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:

144
Department:
Internal Relations & Operations
Job Type:
Full Time
Close Date:
03/15/2024
Professional Areas:
Career Opportunities
Salary Range:

- $49,500 - $71,200
Facility Manager

Act like you own the place

We are currently seeking a Facility Manager who takes pride in their work and has a strong sense of ownership.

In this role, you will be responsible for the safety, maintenance, and security of United Way's three-floor, 22,000 square-foot building at 580 Main Street and leased spaces.

You will plan, organize, direct, and control the daily operations of facilities and report to the VP of Information Technology.

You will also perform or oversee:

Building, grounds, and parking lot maintenance and repairs of the facility at 580 Main Street and other leased properties
Janitorial services
Repair of machinery, equipment, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and other systems
Occupational health & safety
Assist in the monitoring and management of the departmental budget and expenditures
Manage project work and timelines for Facilities

Specifically, this position handles the following:

Timely and effective maintenance of building and grounds balancing third-party contracting with personal hands-on execution of repairs and cleaning
Conduct regular building inspections at an agreedupon interval, document and report findings, and the timely resolution of issues
Daily monitoring of building environmental and protection systems
Room setup and tear down, both internal to the building and external at organizational events
Purchase, distribution, and storage of office equipment

Alarm Systems

Act as first contact (after the alarm company) should an afterhours alarm occur. Provide alarm codes to employees, train users, and liaise with the alarm company

Safety systems

Maintain all safety systems and develop and upkeep safety procedures
Fire alarm maintenance and development of evacuation systems and procedures
Support maintaining a safe work environment and participates in Health and Safety Inspections
Lead in the tendering, coordinating, and monitoring of contract services (e.g. mechanical, electrical, electronic, elevator, cleaning, security, safety, snow removal, window cleaning, elevator, office equipment, furniture etc.) to support United Way's facility, equipment and property
Maintain inventories for all nonbranded materials
Provide reception coverage and support, such as coordination of archiving/destruction of paper files as required

Qualifications
You're a hands-on, high-energy person who takes initiative and demonstrates resourcefulness. You're a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

You also have:

Direct experience with building systems
Relevant postsecondary education with a minimum of 2 years related experience in facility management, building maintenance and, administration (or an equivalent combination)
Handson experience with preventative building maintenance and general repairs of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Demonstrated proficiency using a variety of hand and power tools.
Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, Fire and Building Codes
First Aid/CPR Certification
Bondable (may be asked to provide background check)
Nonviolent crisis intervention or conflict resolution (or equivalent) training
Trustworthy and dependable
Great judgment and interpersonal skills
Able to sustain moderate muscular exertion and/or physical strain such as climbing tall ladders, or lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs
Criminal record check and vulnerable persons check conducted within the last year (or will be conducted as a condition of employment)

CORE COMPETENCIES
As the facility manager you possess the following core competencies:

Ethics & Integrity
Specialty Competence
Safety
Collaborative Working
Interpersonal skill
Flexibility

United Way Winnipeg offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career We offer excellent benefits including employer-paid health and dental coverage, a defined benefit pension plan, paid sick leave and a great vacation package.

We also have a flexible work environment and are a fun and supportive workplace.

United Way Winnipeg is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that reflects the demographics of the communities we serve.

Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.