Facilities Coordinator

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Hamilton, ON

6d•CA$58,531 - CA$87,818•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will primarily work from Hamilton Booth Centre (94 York Blvd., Hamilton, ON) and Ellen Osler Home (Dundas, ON); however, is expected to travel to all HHB Housing & Support Services locations occasionally.

Requirements

Completion of a post-secondary college certificate program in a discipline related to facility operation and building maintenance or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience in building maintenance work.
Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience in general repairs (i.e. electrical & plumbing), building systems, fire safety, water treatment and electrical systems, including experience in a residential setting.
Experience in supervision, leadership, coaching, and motivating staff.
Proficient computer skills in all aspects of Microsoft Office.
Support for and an understanding of the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while complying with all procedures and directions.
Maintain information in confidence as required.
Participate as an active and responsible team member.
Participate in regular supervision and performance appraisal process.
Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
Self-motivated and disciplined.
Competency in making and implementing effective decisions.
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity.
Adaptable and flexible while ensuring all critical deadlines are met.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to build positive, productive, and supportive relationships with the community, volunteers, and staff.
Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license, own vehicle and insurance; and current driver abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.

Nice To Haves

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification and CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Develops, monitors, and maintains the daily, weekly, and monthly checklists for housekeeping and maintenance staff.
Maintain housekeeping and maintenance logs, coordinate scheduled procedures; and ensure compliance with warranties and contracts.
Supervise day-to-day performance of housekeeping and maintenance staff; provide skill development and personal coaching; ensure staff compliance with policy and procedures.
Schedule housekeeping and maintenance staff, ensuring adequate staff coverage is maintained.
Participate in recruitment, orientation, and training of staff in consultation with the Facilities Manager, Director of Environmental Services, and Human Relations.
Prepare and facilitate staff meetings.
Assist the Facilities Manager with the review, development, and evaluation of HHB Housing and Support Services policy and procedures.
Complete repairs and renovations as qualified to do and directed.
Coordinate outside contractors as assigned or delegated by the Facilities Manager.
Ensure exterior of buildings are kept clean & tidy – this may include sweeping, snow shoveling, garbage pickup and window washing.
Coordinate the transportation and arrangement of furniture, equipment, boxes, and other heavy items as required.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Responsible for working in compliance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Assists Facilities Manager in ensuring the overall safety of all facilities.
Participate in Health and Safety meetings and inspections, related accidents, injuries and investigations.
Ensures all compliance orders are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures that staff are aware of emergency procedures and contingency plans and are prepared to implement them immediately as necessary.
Ensure daily vehicle inspection/safety logs and mileage logbooks are properly kept.
Review relevant vehicle policies and procedures with drivers.
In the absence of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Supervisor will schedule service and regular maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Ensures that Security and Fire Systems are maintained as necessary.
Responsible for on-call duties related to after-hours and emergency situations on a rotating basis.
Ensure housekeeping, and maintenance supplies are ordered, received, stored, and distributed to the appropriate departments.
Maintains an inventory of supplies from various sources.
Works cooperatively as part of the Environmental Services team to serve the H.H.B. Housing & Support Services.
Develops and maintains connections with other members of the HHB Leadership Team.
Member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.
Develop and maintain connections with various suppliers and contractors.
Reports directly to the Facilities Manager.
May participate in budget process.
May handle small amount of petty cash.