VITA COMMUNITY LIVING SERVICES/MENS SANA

Supervisor of Housing & Building Services

- Providing Safety, Practicing Respect, Promoting Community_

WE ARE VITA!

VITA is a non-profit organization providing supports and services to individuals with a developmental disability and or Mental health challenge. Our staff make a difference in the lives of our members’ everyday.

OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Manager of Housing and Building Services, the Maintenance Supervisor is accountable for the overall supervision of the maintenance department staff, legislative requirements and the organization’s standards, Health & Safety, Facility Safety, Fire and Evacuation.

This position complies with all VITA Policies and Procedures, following VITA’s Mission, Vision and Value Statements. It is agreed that this position will work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and with the Ministry of Community and Social Services. It is the pledge of each staff to provide safety, practice respect and promote community while working at VITA .

WHY VITA?

We love supporting the community we serve! At VITA, we believe that positive, happy, and healthy people have a passion for life and bring that energy to their work. No matter what your specialty or experience, your unique contributions will make a difference. Our culture blends various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe it is not about fitting into our culture; it is about adding value to our workplace through expertise, fresh ideas, and perspectives.

We cannot wait to see what you will bring!

THE ROLE:

- Hires and manages maintenance workers.
- Supervises maintenance workers and contractors.
- Conducts performance appraisals and supervision meetings with direct reports.




- Manages staff performance and absenteeism.
- Organizes and leads maintenance trainings.
- Taking part in developing maintenance policies and standards for the organization.
- Sets the shift schedule and assignments.
- Orders tools, supplies, and equipment.
- Responds to maintenance requests.
- Makes sure projects stay on schedule.
- Leads safety inspections at worksites.
- Performs maintenance work as needed.
- Adheres to established corporate policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire safety, and environment and infection control.
- Evaluates worksites to determine necessary maintenance work.
- Escalates issues to management and recommends solutions.
- Ensures the team follows all company policies and procedures.
- Makes sure the team adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations.
- Planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, reviewing and participating in all tasks related to facility maintenance.
- Develops methods and schedules for maintenance workers.
- Responsible for handling emergency situations or after-hours calls for repairs and maintenance.
- Maintaining preventive maintenance standards for an organization’s facilities and equipment.
- Routinely inspects various elements of buildings and grounds, like elevators, fire alarms, security cameras and sprinkler systems.
- Leads vehicle maintenance.

WHAT YOU BRING:





- Minimum of 5 years experience in supervision of maintenance staff, contractors and tradesmen.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the area of Maintenance Services.
- Knowledge of building systems: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and emergency systems.
- Demonstrated strengths in preventative maintenance, budgeting, costing, quality control and loss prevention. Familiar with auditing process within the Maintenance Services.
- Strong leadership ability.
- Must possess problem solving skills, strong interpersonal skills.
- Positive written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills. (Microsoft Office)
- Familiarity with relevant provincial regulations.
- A valid license. Good driving record.

COMPETENCIES

- Ability to identify issues and decide on required actions.
- Competence to plan maintenance schedules.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and delegation skills.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Competency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Critical-thinking skills.
- Dexterity and physical stamina.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Mix of office work, maintenance work in program areas, work sites.
- Computer work.
- Valid Drivers’ licence and use of company vehicle required.
- Travel to various program locations.
- Must be available for evening, weekend/On call as required.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At VITA we care about each other, reaching our potential and making a difference in our communities. So, we thrive on being creative and fostering a thoughtful and committed work culture.

- Comprehensive benefits package.
- 100% employer-paid health & dental
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Pension Plan.
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📌 Supervisor of Housing & Building Services (1019) (Toronto)
🏢 Vita Community Liv Serv
📍 Toronto