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SalaryAdjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, School District No. 62 (Sooke) is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in BC. The District operates in five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and acknowledges the traditional territories of the Coast Salish: T’Sou-ke Nation and Scia’new Nation and Nuu-chah-nulth: Pacheedaht Nation. We also recognize some of our schools reside on the traditional territory of Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation. The District employs over 1,900 educators and support staff and serves over 12,800 students The District’s Strategic Plan looks ahead to the future and focuses on three priority areas: learning, engagement and growth.
Building Trades Supervisor
Under the general direction of the Manager of Facilities, the Building Trades Supervisor will plan, coordinate, and supervise carpentry, joinery, locksmith, painting, equipment repair and warehouse maintenance activities to achieve the highest level of quality, safety, and effectiveness. The Building Trades Supervisor is responsible for building trade systems, as well as hazardous materials management for the district. This role requires an in-depth understanding of rules and regulations related to building code and hazardous materials management and assumes primary responsibility for meeting all legislated and other requirements.
We are looking for candidates that:
Models Leadership Excellence
Encourages Employee Growth
Cultivates Community
Thinks Critically and Creatively
Effectively Communicates and Collaborates
Builds Relationships
If you possess the above qualities, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your education and experience in the following areas:
A degree in Architecture or Engineering with a thorough understanding of building code, accessibility and hardware
Red Seal qualification in a building trade accompanied by demonstrable experience in managing a work order system in a multi facility environment
Minimum of seven (7) years’ recent and related experience demonstrating knowledge in:
budget preparation and management for a minimum of $2M in annual funding
hazardous materials management as it relates to OH&S and Worksafe BC
current best practices in the building and site maintenance practices, municipal and fire codes, hazard management techniques and preventative maintenance fundamentals
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the supervision of staff; preferably in a unionized setting
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office (outlook, word and excel), familiarity with host and internet-based computer applications and demonstrable ability to manage a computer based work order system
Experience working in the in the public sector; preferably in the K-12 education sector
Sooke School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. We believe in a learning and work environment that is welcoming and safe that values, reflects and appreciates differences.
In addition to clearly demonstrating the above, you must also include the names of two references which must include your immediate supervisor as well as one other reference who can speak to your leadership skills. Other references may be contacted with your prior permission.
The salary range for this full-time Building Trades Supervisor has a minimum salary of $84,020 to $105,025 per annum. Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience. We also offer a competitive benefits package and pension.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thanks in advance for your understanding and wishing you all the best in your career journey.
Please apply online at makeafuture.ca by Tuesday, April 9th, 4:00 pm.
Position Title:
Building Trades Supervisor
Affiliation:
Excluded
Supervisor/PVP:
Manager, Facilities
Date of Revision:
January 2024
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Manager of Facilities, the Building Trades Supervisor will plan, coordinate, and supervise carpentry, joinery, locksmith, painting, equipment repair and warehouse maintenance activities to achieve the highest level of quality, safety, and effectiveness. The Building Trades Supervisor is responsible for building trade systems, as well as hazardous materials management for the district. This role requires an in-depth understanding of rules and regulations related to building code and hazardous materials management and assumes primary responsibility for meeting all legislated and other requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Accepts personal accountability to ensure that Facilities Operations remain compliant with all legislative and regulatory requirements
Works autonomously and accepts personal accountability for complex decision-making required to respond to both routine and urgent/unexpected issues that arise
Is responsible for developing and managing budgets; accepts personal accountability for ensuring all work is on time and on budget
Assumes primary responsibility for the management of contractors and ensuring that all contract obligations are met. This includes directly and autonomously managing and correcting instances when contract terms are not being met
Is a primary contributor to strategic planning and setting overall goals / objectives within the Facilities Department
Supervises the execution of daily/weekly preventative and corrective maintenance tasks and prioritizes work assigned to the team
Recommends technical improvements for cost reductions, equipment maintainability and reliability
Administers work order system by generating notifications, closing work orders, and recording data and trends
Assures the quality of the job of trades staff in the field, ensuring work meets standards and is performed safely; following best practices and any required safe work procedures
Ensures proper storage of lubricants and cleanliness of trades shops, manages inventory levels of key parts and supplies
Participates in weekly safety discussions, planning meetings as well as major shut-down meetings to coordinate and communicate tasks with other departments
Responsible for the timely response to repair requests. Guarantees the correct and on time execution of work, interprets the results and generates actions based on inspections
Monitors job duration, cost and performance of staff working under their supervision
Establishes training program needed for assigned staff and annual training is conducted as required
Coordinates meetings with supplier and service providers to check new/innovative developments or new techniques available to optimize workload and equipment
Aids in the design of all projects and project execution
Assumes primary responsibility for hazardous materials management for the district
Works collaboratively with union representatives; understands applicable legislation, collective agreements, policies, and regulations
Provides updates and reports to Facilities Management on work order completion and project status
Assumes primary responsibility for the recruitment and selection of new staff; making hire / no hire decisions
Assumes primary responsibility for overseeing internal job postings and selecting the most qualified candidates in line with Collective Agreement requirements
Delivers performance management, including (when required) the issuance of progressive discipline up to and including termination
Investigates and resolves grievances from CUPE Local 459 on behalf of the District. In collaboration with the HR Department, represents the District within grievance and arbitration proceedings
Investigates, mediates and resolves occurrences of interpersonal conflict in the workplace, including allegations of bullying/harassment amongst staff
Performs legislated investigations into workplace incidents and provides corrective actions as required (WorkSafe BC)
Implements and monitors asset control policy, including, but not limited to, tools
Keeps in mind the safety of others including school children
Performs other duties as required
Education and Experience
A degree in Architecture or Engineering with a thorough understanding of building code, accessibility and hardware
Red Seal qualification in a building trade accompanied by demonstrable experience in managing a work order system in a multi facility environment
Minimum of seven (7) years’ recent and related experience demonstrating knowledge in:
budget preparation and management for a minimum of $2M in annual funding
hazardous materials management as it relates to OH&S and Worksafe BC
current best practices in the building and site maintenance practices, municipal and fire codes, hazard management techniques and preventative maintenance fundamentals
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the supervision of staff; preferably in a unionized setting
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office (outlook, word and excel), familiarity with host and internet-based computer applications and demonstrable ability to manage a computer based work order system
Experience working in the in the public sector; preferably in the K-12 education sector
Competencies
Models Leadership Excellence: models integrity and maintain high visibility and accessibility with staff and other stakeholders; demonstrates moral courage to uphold to Districts’ values, vision, mission and inspire others to follow; champions change by implementing change management processes and helps others with the changes needed
Encourages Employee Growth: articulates performance expectations and provides positive and construction feedback for developmental purposes in a timely manner; guides and coaches each other to set and achieve goals and develops and supports growth plans; authentically recognizes the achievements contributions and performance of others.
Cultivates Community: creates a sense of belonging and community to ensure a positive work environment; monitors and creates strategies to maintain and increase employee engagement; brings people together to discuss issues, determines solutions and supports relationships; works collaboratively with union representatives; understands applicable legislation, collective agreements, employment contracts, policies and regulations.
Thinks Critically and Creatively: ask questions to gain more information for better understanding; uses a solution-based approach to analyze relevant facts, evidence and data to break apart problems and determine specific issues and inform ways forward; things outside the box to find new ideas, connections and solutions to address problems; challenges the status quo, looks for opportunities to continuously improve and apply wise practices including the use of digital strategies.
Effectively Communicates and Collaborates: clearly articulates thoughts and ideas and shares timely and relevant information openly, honestly and respectfully using oral, written and visual formats; actively listens to understand and respond appropriately to thoughts, feelings and concerns of others; seeks opportunities to gain input and is open minded to the ideas and point of views of others; shares knowledge and learnings with other employees and provides mentoring when needed; acknowledges and expresses appreciation to others and honours the knowledge and gifts that each person brings.
· Builds Relationships: actively shows courtesy and respect to all, proactively builds healthy and trusting relationships with all; contributes to a positive working environment; is kind to self and others; cares about the wellness of colleagues, students and their families and seeks ways to support and encourage others; shows concern and seeks understanding of other’s feelings; provides others with opportunities of choice to reflect personal and professional needs; demonstrates acceptance, remains attentive and makes connections to gain better understanding of behaviors and the whole person to improve relationships.
