Opportunity Notice - Facilities & Parks Coordinator

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Posting Date: March 5, 2024

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: Nick Smith Centre

Salary: $68,243 - $80,286 (Grade 9)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Facilities & Parks Coordinator is part of the Recreation Department. This position provides an important role in the continued development and ongoing maintenance of town-owned facilities, parks and the marina, conducting inspections, and other various duties.

The primary responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Assisting with overseeing the day-to-day maintenance of Facilities, Parks and Marina.
• Assisting with scheduling and arranging direct work duties to staff as required to ensure quality and timely delivery of service.
• Arranging for Facilities, Parks and Marina equipment to be checked and tested as required by safety standards and Government Regulations.
• Supports oversight of various general preventative, routine and/or regular property maintenance functions.
• Assist with inspecting facilities, parks (playgrounds), and marina to ensure safety, the presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment, or first-aid supplies as required by Government Regulations.
• In collaboration with the Operations Supervisor, help plan, prepare, and enforce compliance with operating budgets.
• Ensure all work is scheduled and delivered in a cost-effective and efficient manner, as well as, collect and track revenue and fees.
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and contracted services to negotiate prices according to policy and in alignment with operational goals and budgets.
• Advise on purchases or repairs on equipment or facilities.
• Helping ensure that Facilities, Parks and Marina are safe and ready for use by the public.
• Help address and resolve all reports of damage to facilities/equipment and all customer complaints.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to Facilities (Custodial), Parks and Marina staff.
• Participate in the recruitment process and make recommendations for the hiring of employees where required.
• Assist the Operations Supervisor with organizing the staff training to ensure required qualifications / certifications are obtained and maintained.
• Actively participate in managing employee/labour relations by meeting with staff to discuss and address work-related problems or concerns, and by evaluating staff performance and overseeing performance improvements.
• Administer and enforce the department’s operational procedures, Town’s policies as well as applicable legislative standards or regulations, as amended.
• Develop and maintain a strong safety culture by leading by example, by preparing adequate operating procedures and/or measures to protect employee(s) from potential work hazards, and by ensuring all staff receive the appropriate safety orientation for the use and care of tools, machines, equipment, and/or personal protective equipment.
• Participate in the Joint Health and Safety Committee in various facilities, actioning items in a timely fashion. Update and maintain MSDS binders.
• Support the Engineering Officer, Facilities & Assets in minor and major capital projects for Facilities, Parks and Marina, as required.
• When directed act in the absence of the Operations Supervisor.
• Attend Council sessions, Committee meetings as required.
• Respond to after hours emergencies as required.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of:

• Post-secondary diploma or certificates from a recognized college with a concentration in Architectural, Building Sciences, or Construction Engineering, Facilities Management or a related program.
• A combination of education and experience would also be considered.
• Playground Inspection Certificate or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Valid class ‘G’ driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a clear Background Check.
• Minimum three (3) years of applied knowledge in facility maintenance, park maintenance, municipal management, construction, building science, and/or related environment. Other combinations of experience, education and certification may be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and database software.
• A general understanding of Provincial and Municipal legislations and various Acts including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Building Code, Electrical Safety Code, Fire Code, CSA standards and other codes relevant to the position responsibilities.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of municipal facilities and parks.
• Working knowledge of construction principles including worksite safety and roles of trades.
• Knowledge of basic building systems in terms of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and building envelope
• Experience doing or managing minor repair work (painting, caulking, drywall, tile, carpentry, concrete, drop ceiling, leak repair etc.)

Assets:

• Knowledge of industry specific building systems such as pools and arenas.
• Working at heights certification
• Elevated Platform certification
• WHMIS certification
• Lock out Tag out (LOTO) certification
• JHSC certification

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00 pm on March 27th, 2024, quoting “Facilities & Parks Coordinator” attention to Human Resources by:

Mail: Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin St. W. Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8

E-mail: hr@arnprior.ca

The Town is committed to maintaining an equitable work environment and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process please email the Human Resources Officer at hr@arnprior.ca

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection.