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Manager, Facilities Services (Electrical Trades)

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Position Information

Position Title Manager, Facilities Services (Electrical Trades)
Who We Are
At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.
Position Summary
BCIT’s Campus Planning and Facilities department is seeking a regular, full time (1.0 FTE) Manager, Facilities Services (Electrical Trades).This position participates as a member of the Campus Planning & Facilities management team and leads the maintenance and operations function in a manner consistent with industry best practices, ensuring a safe and reliable environment. Manages the electrical and general trades functions, including carpentry, electrical, electronics, emergency power plants, fire life safety systems operations and maintenance. Leads the development and continuous improvement of maintenance programs; applies planning/scheduling techniques and risk-mitigation strategies to ensure effective delivery of preventive, predictive and responsive maintenance.
Duties & Responsibilities
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Participates as a member of the Campus Planning & Facilities (CPF) management team, and contributes as a senior member of the Facilities Services team, assisting in development of strategies, plans and policies that drive focus and prioritization for achievement of CPF goals.
  • Leads the electrical and general trades team and ensures that facilities are functioning safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable laws and codes. Establishes good work control practices, ensuring that maintenance priorities and customer needs are optimized.
  • Manages the operations and maintenance of electrical, electronics, fire life safety systems, ensuring all applicable codes, regulations and practices are adhered to, including municipal, provincial and national building codes, Nation Fire Protection Association, BC Safety Authority, and WorkSafe BC.
  • Develops programs and processes for efficient operation of services, including using facilities management information technology tools to improve business processes. Develops and implements standards, processes, procedures, tools and metrics.
  • Develops maintenance project planning and ranking database and project scope delivery for all BCIT sites. Manages maintenance upgrade and renovation projects.
  • Develops and maintains operational contingency plans for all BCIT sites. Works towards the for full implementation of a computerized maintenance management system for all facility assets.
  • Partners with the Energy and Mechanical Managers to establish management practices within the maintenance environment.
  • Develops and maintains annual operational budget for Electrical and General Trades. Pursues cost effective and sustainable practices where possible, conserving resources while ensuring the longevity and reliability of the facility. Assists with compiling and prioritizing routine capital projects.
  • Reviews all new projects from operational lens and provides technical expertise and recommendations to Capital Delivery Teams to ensure best favourable outcomes are achieved.
  • Collaborates with Safety, Security and Emergency Management team on areas of common interest. Works with the department to develop best practices from relevant sectors that assists with setting a standard of excellence in safety practices.
  • Ensures BCIT Facilities Services Apprentices are given a broad exposure to systems, operations and safety.
  • Assumes the role and responsibilities of other managers of Facilities Services as required, including sharing on-call and after-hours responsibilities.
  • Participates in professional organizations and associations, maintains appropriate professional designations and remains current in best practices and trends for mechanical trades.
  • Manages reporting staff, including selection, coaching, mentoring, development, performance management and all other people-management practices. Collaborates with Director on performance-related matters.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Technologist diploma or electrical certification of qualification (Red Seal).
  • Five years of current managerial experience in a facilities management or manufacturing environment, preferably in a unionized setting.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is an asset.
  • Field Safety Representative certification is an asset.
  • A combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Advanced knowledge in facilities management, preventative maintenance, project management and building trades, including industry standards and procedures.
  • Solid financial literacy skills with evidence in budget planning and forecasting, setting financial objectives and monitoring cashflow.
  • Advanced leadership skills and ability to promote collaboration and teamwork through motivating, coaching and applying innovative and effective people skills to maximize team performance.
  • Solid communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills and ability to create systems and processes that maximize customer service.
  • Advanced ability to work efficiently and maintain effective working relationships with a service-oriented attitude displaying courtesy, tact and diplomacy under stressful situations.
  • Advanced organizational and planning skills including the demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, responsibilities, and multiple priorities and schedules.
  • Solid analytical skills with ability to apply sound judgment in interpreting analytical findings, problem solving, evaluating courses of action, and decision making on complex matters.
  • Proficiency with standard office systems and ability to operate related equipment including related software applications.
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Defined benefitpension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learningcourses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more


BCIT values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca so we can best support you. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal, email applications will not be accepted.

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Position Details

Posting Category Management
Salary Range $98,282-$135,137, with a control point of $122,852 per annum
Additional Salary Information
The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and the maximum base salary for a position. The control point of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and the control point of the salary range for a job, taking internal equity into account. Salaries above the control point may be considered for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by an external governing body.
School/Service Area Administrative Services-Facilities
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit Management
Job Status Regular
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Start Date 05/13/2024
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information

Competition Number 24M137
Competition Open Date 04/10/2024
Competition Close Date 05/01/2024
Open Until Filled?
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/8301

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
  4. * Given the posted salary range for this position, please indicate your salary expectation should you be the successful candidate for this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents