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Facilities Asset Coordinator
Regular Full Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
This position will be responsible for technical and administrative work involving the coordination of the Visual Asset Management Program by tracking site work and inspections of all City building components and support plant structures. Our Facilities Asset Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and updating departmental records in the computerized maintenance management systems (Maximo/Cognos), our visual planning system (Cupix) and the asset management and capital planning software (VFA) with photos, drawings, plans and manuals related to City building components and supporting plant structures. Data entry, advanced utilization of Excel, data analysis, migration, and performing asset scanning, inspection and tagging of all building components will be expected. In this role, the incumbent will also prepare, analyze and present summaries of findings for the assigned projects, generate reports, sketches, drawings and specifications for proposed alterations, repair and regular inspections for maintenance work.
The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge in facility lifecycle planning, building maintenance methods, materials, and equipment; construction and costing methods, processes, and materials applicable to building or plant equipment maintenance and renovations; as well as asset management principles, facilities maintenance management, repair or replacement methods, and associated costs and timing. The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other computerized systems related to facility installations including mechanical, electrical, life safety, energy management and security systems as well as with MS Office programs and AutoCAD. As well, working knowledge of the bylaws, codes and regulations related to buildings and plant equipment and of the departmental policies and procedures applicable to the work performed as well as of the various trades involved in building inspections, repairs, renovations, and general maintenance of buildings and plant equipment will be expected.
It is expected that the candidate has the ability to read technical drawings and perform take offs; sound knowledge of condition assessment of facilities and assets; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various internal staff, contractors and external stakeholders; ability to prepare and maintain reports and records and assist in budget planning related to the work.
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma in Building Systems Technology or a related field plus sound experience in asset management of facilities or project management, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Driver’s license for the province of British Columbia.
Preferred Qualifications
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Municipal experience and Certification in Asset Management will be considered an asset.
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $42.44 - $50.12. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off program. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 10, 2024
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $42.44 to $50.12 Hour
