Facilities Specialist

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Why Innisfil?

Join a community-focused team that thrives on doing things differently to better serve its residents. Innisfil is an award-winning municipality applying two hundred years of small-town independence and collaboration towards a future of innovation and prosperity. Strategically located next to several major urban centres, Innisfil’s central location combines big city access with small-town feel, high quality of life and a strong local workforce. With several exciting projects underway such as Orbit and the development of a new South Campus of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Innisfil is connected for business and poised for significant growth. Situated on the western shore of Lake Simcoe, Innisfil’s scenic landscape featuring miles of waterfront, woodlands and farm fields are natural assets that make Innisfil the perfect place to mix business and pleasure. Just minutes from desk to dock, Innisfil has something for everyone.

Why You?

Join the Operations Department at the Town of Innisfil, where your expertise is crucial to our "Community First, Future Ready. Balance Always." strategic vision. The Operations Department as a whole is responsible for overseeing public works like road and infrastructure maintenance, as well as facilities management, ensuring safety and efficiency. This dynamic team also takes on the rewarding challenge of maintaining and improving our parks and open spaces, fleet maintenance and collaborates with each service area on emergency preparedness plans to ensure readiness and resilience in service delivery. If you are dedicated, proactive, and eager to make a positive difference in our community, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative individual to join our team as a Facilities Specialist! In this role you will provide the highest excellence in customer service to a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and ensuring the areas and work projects comply with all applicable legislation and Town of Innisfil policies and procedures. You will be responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of Town Facilities as well as:

• Coordinating external contracting/consulting resources engaged by the service area for facility maintenance and repair, including their engagement, providing direction and monitoring of their activities, performance and budget.
• Providing coaching, guidance and expertise related to the technical components of buildings, system integration and efficiency to staff, management, contractors and other necessary parties.
• Coordinating and assigning staff duties and responsibilities related to building repair and maintenance; regularly visiting work sites to connect and collaborate with staff, providing instruction and guidance to ensure staff are working in a health and safety-minded manner.
• Investigating and facilitating appropriate action to inquiries, complaints and issues pertaining to Facilities from both internal and external sources (tenants/lease holders) to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of facilities policies, programs, and procedures, and assisting the Manager with the development of capital and operational budgets with a clear understanding of the current state of the buildings, associated operations, and service level commitments.

The preferred candidate holds:

• A college diploma in one of the following areas, or related field: building construction technology, building systems engineering technology, facility management or suitable equivalent.
• IFMA Facility Management Professional (FMP), BMOI Real Property Administrator (RPA), ORFA certifications and/or credentials are an added asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years of facilities maintenance experience and one (1) year in a lead capacity responsible for directing, coaching, and providing technical expertise.
• Proven experience and knowledge in project management along with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Completion of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or working towards is an asset.
• Availability to attend evening and/or weekend meetings or other events; and to respond to major emergencies as required.
• Valid Class "G" driver's license in good standing and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

Closing date is April 16, 2025.

The salary range for this position is $82,630 - $105,462 per annum (Based on a 35-hour week) and the successful candidate will be compensated within this range.

To learn more about the Town of Innisfil, to access the job description and to apply, please go to the current opportunities section on the Town’s website.

The Town of Innisfil is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplaces. We are passionate about attracting and retaining individuals who represent the diversity in our own community and beyond, as we work together to best serve our residents. We inspire one another in an inclusive environment where all individuals belong and are valued, respected and uplifted.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment and is pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please contact People & Talent.