Manager of Maintenance – Grounds

at  School District No 43 Coquitlam

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Landscape, Horticulture, or Civil Technology or other relevant diploma related to facility or project management from an accredited institution, or relevant trades qualification supported by proven experience and additional formal training that supports the key elements of the position, or an appropriate combination of training and applicable experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience in facilities or project management including two years in an administrative/leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a complex, multi-union, public sector environment.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of facility management, grounds and site related requirements including turf management, horticulture, all weather sports fields, playground management and preventative maintenance associated with playground equipment, civil work including parking lots and site drainage and fencing repair/replacement.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Thorough knowledge of construction and maintenance trades, provincial and municipal codes and bylaws.
• Familiarity with contract tendering and management, budget planning and control, as well as building security systems.
• Strong analytical skills and report writing capabilities and demonstrated ability to use computer software technology.
• Excellent managerial, interpersonal, negotiating, dispute resolution, and communication skills.
• As a member of the Emergency Personnel, must be available twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to provide support during planned events or emergency situations (such as inclement weather) to include being physically on site if deemed necessary.
• A valid BC driver’s license and business use of personal vehicle.

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