Assistant Supervisor, Preventative Maintenance

The Peel District School Board (PDSB) is a racially, culturally and linguistically diverse board that serves approximately 148,000 students and 17,000+ employees. In PDSB, 87% of students are racialized, non-white, representing 162 different ethnic backgrounds. Students in Peel have 121 different first languages. Student diversity also exists in terms of gender and gender expression, sexuality and in terms of ability and faith. A responsive and empathetic understanding of the lived experiences of the students and communities we serve is vital to those who will take on leadership roles within the PDSB. The workforce consists of teachers, office staff, custodial staff, education assistants and professional staff. The workforce is largely unionized through PDSB’s numerous affiliated bargaining agents.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor of Preventative Maintenance, the successful candidate will manage and respond to the system’s preventative maintenance, quality assurance, site work, asphalt paving, traffic safety needs and portable classroom inspection and relocation, ensuring that Peel District School Board building and sites are in a safe condition and are maintained and available for continuous use.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising unionized trades staff and contractors
• Maintaining the integrity of mechanical systems
• Lubrication and replacement of mechanical bearings
• Repair/replacement of playscapes and gym equipment; repair/replacement of asphalt paving, exterior concrete and site work
• Repair/replacement of fencing; repair/replacement of exterior signage
• Portable classroom inspection and relocation
• Coordination of traffic safety programs; interior and exterior restoration
• Establishing and enforcing health and safety regulations
• Coordinating schedules to minimize disruption to board facilities
• Monitoring actual performance/value against allocated budget; controlling inventory of material
• Communicating with relevant Board personnel, Government Officials, Contractors and other personnel involved with completion of work
• Facilitating all permits
• Developing and implementing an effective Preventative Maintenance program
• Developing short and long-term plans for preventative maintenance and upgrading
• Developing and implementing an effective program for computerization of preventative maintenance processes and records
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ontario Certificate of Qualification in a relevant licensed trade, Diploma/Degree in Engineering or Architecture, or certificate of completion in Building Environmental Systems Operator - Class 2.
• Minimum five (5) years' related on-the-job experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills with supervisory experience
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) to establish and maintain effective relationships with subordinates, other Board personnel and contractors
• Strong interpersonal, project management, organizational and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of Building Codes, Building Science, Health and Safety Legislation, Ministry of Labour Standards and union contracts
• Strong Microsoft Office computer skills
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License (Class G) and the use of your personal vehicle is expected
• Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment

Additional Skills & Assets

Experience in portable classroom inspection and relocation.

Additional Notes

Preference will be given to qualified members of the Administrative Staff Group (ASG).

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Commitment to Equity, Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism

The Peel District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of the Region of Peel. We will provide reasonable accommodation (e.g. an accessible location, rescheduling of interviews that fall on Days of Significance etc.) based on any of the human rights protected grounds, during the hiring process if advised in advance. We are also committed to inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racist practices while also supporting the continuous growth and development of an equitable and empowered education system at the PDSB.

Criminal Background Check

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but will only be contacting candidates whose skills, experience and qualifications best meet the requirements of the position. All communication to applicants regarding this job posting, including an invitation to complete skills assessments and/or a job interview if applicable, will be made through email. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check their email as listed on their TalentLink account.

Land Acknowledgement

The land upon which we work, live and sustain ourselves is the ancestral and treaty lands of the Miichizaagiig Anishinaabek also known today as the Mississaugas of the Credit, the rightful caretakers and title holders of this land. We also recognize the rich pre-contact history and relationships which include the Anishinaabek and the Onkwehonwe. Since European Contact, this land continues to be home to Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. As responsible community members, we value the diversity, dignity and worth of all people. Colonialism displaced and dispossessed Indigenous peoples of their ancestral lands and continues to deny their basic human rights, dignities and freedoms. We are committed to learning true history to reconcile, make reparations and fulfill our treaty obligations to the Original Peoples and our collective responsibilities to the land, water, animals, and each other for future generations.

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