Facilities Specialist

Company: CUMIS Union

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Model: Office-Based

Language: This role operates in English.

The Opportunity

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

As the Facilities Specialist you will manage the day-to-day office services provided to the building and ensure timely completion of service requests. You will offer guidance and support to the team and coordinate various project activities to ensure a healthy, professional and safe work environment.

How You Will Create Impact

• Supporting the team through the delivery of technical training and skills development, process improvements and change management, providing cover-off to team members and contributing to a positive and professional work environment.
• Monitoring vendor service levels, reconciling expenses and ensuring accuracy of services or rate charges for all providers.
• Managing the security card administration process, fulfilling ergonomic requests, creating procedures, addressing service concerns and acting as a liaison with service providers to ensure contracted expectations and organizational requirements are met.
• Assisting with the administration of space surveys and coordinating office moves or reconfigurations, furniture repairs and site maintenance.
• Participating in the development, testing, implementation and training of Emergency Evacuation, Business Continuity Plans and Security Protocols.
  
  
  

What To Expect

• You will travel occasionally.
• You are required to have your own vehicle, valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Frequent movement, moderate exertion and the ability to lift or move up to 20 lbs is required.
• This role operates in a union environment where the successful candidate will participate as a member of the union.
• Potential exposure to conditions that require health and safety protection, such as chemicals, noise, dust and debris.
• Rotational on-call schedule, with shifts during evenings and weekends.
• This role involves direct contact with clients and/or service providers in their environment.
  
  
  

To Be Successful

• You adapt to change and are committed to continuous improvement, in order to exceed client expectations. 
• Your strong communication skills allow you to clearly convey messages. 
• You’re an effective team player who shares knowledge to support your peers.
  
  
  

To Join Our Team

• You have 2-3 years of experience in Facilities or Building Operations Management.
• You have a post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management or a related discipline.
• You hold the Facility Management Professional (FMP) designation.
• You have strong knowledge of vendor management, security systems and building equipment operations.
• Holding the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certificate is an asset.