Where You'll Add ValueThe Regional Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the Maintenance Team(s) and the maintenance of a large portfolio of buildings. This role schedules and prioritizes the maintenance teams, supports and investigates maintenance activities including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, minor capital projects etc. Responds to emergency situations and contributes to making critical decisions to repair, with the support of other departments and trains team members to ensure service and support is provided to residents thereby promoting Morguard as the preferred landlord of choice.
Locations:This person would be working out of 55 City Centre Dr Mississauga, ON L4Z 0B8, noting that they will be asked to go to multiple locations within Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto.
How You'll Make a Difference1. Operations• Collaborates closely with Regional Managers and Capital Projects Group to enhance and build efficiency in property maintenance; project identification and execution.
• Oversee and coordinate the Maintenance teams with general and specialized maintenance, in a timely manner, under the direction of the Operations Manager and others.
• Maintenance items completed by the Maintenance teams could include appliance repairs, plumbing repairs, basic electrical, carpentry, painting and special projects
• Ensure the Maintenance team takes initiative to correct deficiencies
• Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment to determine if repairs or preventative maintenance is required and to ensure properties are maintained to Morguard standards
• Obtain, review and approve quotes from contractors for repairs & maintenance and creates Purchase orders for larger building maintenance components
• Seek and develop new/existing relationships with local trades to be added to Morguard's approved vendor list.
• Ensure maintenance team monitors contractor's work progress
• Work with the Capital & Development teams, to oversee the progress of capital projects in the Region by contributing to efforts that ensure the project timelines and other deliverables are being met
• Communicate with the Capital Team and others of any matters which may warrant further investigation.
• Assist with national projects if required
• Ensure Maintenance team maintains the cleanliness and organization of all electrical, mechanical and work areas; as well as supply and storage areas
• Perform all facets of the job in accordance with the legislation applicable to the jurisdiction, including: Health and Safety standards, WHMIS, AODA, PIPEDA and Human Rights
• Comply with health & safety procedures ensuring the use of required safety equipment and identifying unsafe practices and conditions while maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Management of completion and compliance of various forms and checklists for such items as boiler room checks, snow logs, and generators as well as Fire orders, TSSA orders and City orders
• Safely use, train on and maintain tools of the job
• Maintain regular and timely documentation of maintenance activities
• First respond to after-hours emergencies
• All other duties within the scope of the job, as requested by management.
2. Leadership & Management• Support and train Team Members on routine maintenance repairs, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general maintenance and any other maintenance activities required for completing service requests, as well as customer service
• Lead and manage the Yardi Maintenance Workflow system and ensure all team members understand and use the system daily
• Responsible for the day to day management, assigning/scheduling/directing daily maintenance work orders to the Maintenance Teams that are beyond the skill set of Building Manager's or live in Maintenance Associates, and managing performance
3. Customer Service / Resident Relations• Ensure a superior level of co-operation, service and support is provided to residents, thereby ensuring that Morguard is a "Best in Class" landlord of choice
• Ensure building standards are maintained to a high level and regional maintenance team is performing duties in a professional manner
4. Financial and Budgets• Participate in the development of the Repairs & Maintenance section of the annual property and Capital Maintenance budgets
• Ensure Payscan is managed and maintained in a thorough, complete & detailed manner and on a timely basis, meeting all Finance Department deadlines
The Expertise You'll Bring- Completion of High School or general education degree (GED)
- 10+ years of maintenance or related experience
- Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle
- Flexibility to work on-call should emergencies happen after hours
- Proficient with use of basic handheld and electrical tools
- Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, painting, mechanical and HVAC systems etc.
- Management experience - overseeing a team
- Computer savvy with a technical competence
- Experience working with budgets and tracking expenses
Core Competencies- Excellent communication is required.
- Actively championing diversity and inclusion
- A commitment to "Best in Class" Customer Service
- A professional demeanor with strong communication skills
- Ability to accurately listen, understand and respond to issues appropriately
- Ability to work and act independently using good judgment when assessing difficult situations
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated individual with a "can-do" and "no task is too big or too small" attitude
- Superior organizational and time management skills with ability to multi-task/prioritize and work under tight timelines
- A demonstrated high degree of integrity, diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality
- Willingness to travel throughout regions
Preferred Qualifications and Experience- Certification/license from one of the trade professions would be a definite asset
- Exposure to the multi-residential or other related industry asset class would be considered an asset
- WHMIS certified would be an asset
- Ability to speak other languages is considered an asset
Why You'll Love Working at MorguardAt Morguard, we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:
- A collaborative, inclusive workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing and safety.
- Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across North America.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support you and your family.
- Support for work-life balance, along with accessible employment practices that meet AODA requirements.
Annualized Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000Pay EquityThe salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered may vary and will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, skills, certifications, internal pay equity and business needs.
Locations Morguard Head Office-55 City Centre Drive, L5B 1M3 Mississauga, ON, Toronto, ON, Mississauga, ON, Brampton, ON Employment type Full-time
