Technical Services Officer

Looking for a rewarding career change? Join our team The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) is now hiring a Technical Services Officer**, **at Headquarters in Thunder Bay. **Closing date is April14/23.**

TBDSSAB supports people to improve their lives and become self-sufficient. We do this as the service system manager for vital, quality social services needed by individuals and families living in the District of Thunder Bay --- including child care and early years, community housing, homelessness prevention programs --- and through the delivery of Ontario Works.

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Under the direction of the Manager, Infrastructure and Asset Management, the Technical Services Officer assists with the capital projects within the framework of Social Housing initiatives.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:
1. Provides technical advice and support with capital planning and the delivery of capital projects.

2. Maintains knowledge of energy management measures current with industry developments and standards and provides related technical advice and support to management.

3. Assists with retaining consultants to undertake building condition audits, energy condition audits, project design, call for bids, retaining contractors, and contract administration of capital projects.

4. Assists with interpreting audit results, prioritizing capital repairs and establishing short range and long-range capital plans.

5. Uses electronic database, project management tools and tracking templates to implement, monitor, and report on project milestones and project costs.

6. Conducts regular site visits to monitor project development and ensure key milestones are met for release of progress payments along with the determination of substantial performance, and the release of holdback funds.

7. Undertakes housing provider operational reviews/inspections, writes reports, and discusses results with housing providers.

9. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education/Experience**
- Degree or Diploma in architectural or engineering technology or facilities management.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the Architectural or Engineering field or similar experience.
- Accreditation in a recognized provincial architectural or engineering association will be considered an asset.
- Minimum three years’ experience in project and construction management.
- Experience in energy management, including energy audits, current technologies, and energy efficiency programs.
- Must be at an intermediate skill level with AutoCAD, Adobe and spreadsheet software.
- Must be at a basic level in word processing

**Skills/Abilities**
- Sound knowledge of related legislation including the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, (ASHRAE) The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers), (NFPA) The National Fire Protection Association NFPA, and other applicable codes including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act, municipal bylaws, and planning standards.
- Experience working with consultants, project design, procurement processes and contract administration.
- Demonstrated understanding of construction/engineering theories and principals
- Experience with multiple phases of projects including preliminary and detailed design, tendering, construction supervision and commissioning is considered an asset.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written with experience writing technical proposals.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a range of personalities to establish effective working relationships with the required stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadline and deliverable dates while working on several ongoing projects.
- OACETT, C.E.T., _C_._Tech_. designations and BCIN Certifications are considered an asset.
- Proven project management skills in single detached, mid-rise building and multi-residential environments.
- Strong evaluative skills to review and verify information/documentation to ensure program compliance.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Must undergo a successful police records check, Type 2.
- Must have proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
- Must maintain a valid Ontario driver’s license.
- The use of a vehicle is required.
- Travel is required.
- May be required to work irregular hours.
- Must maintain confidentiality.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $68,063.72-$80,074.96 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Technical Support Occupations: 5 years (preferred)
- Project management: 5 years (preferred)

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