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As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
 
As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day-to-day trading of their business. 
  
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:
 

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service by:
  • supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  • responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting client transactions in a timely and responsive manner
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to grow assets and/or revenue
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisors to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts  
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience

 
DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
 
 We would love to work with you if you have:
 

• Experience in the securities industry
• Already duly registered as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

 
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
 

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualification such as degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used, package take-out food, and portion and wrap foods
• The candidates should be able to prepare, heat, and finish simple food items, serve customers at counters or buffet tables, and stock refrigerators and salad bars
• The candidates should be able to take customers’ orders and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

By mail
6191 Fraser Street
Vancouver , BC
V5W 2Z9

Main Purpose & Function 
The Electrical Technician I will perform detailed technical work including designing, estimating, inspecting, providing technical reviews, ordering materials, developing project scope and coordinating projects related to City's electrical and communication infrastructure and within responsibilities of Traffic, Electrical Operations and Design – Electrical Design department.

The regular work hours for this position are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. This position is based in National Works Yard, 701 National Avenue. The successful candidate may be required to adjust shifts and change locations as per operational needs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions (street lighting, traffic signals, power distribution, communication systems etc.) that meet all applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Conduct site surveys, inspections or technical investigations to collect data for engineering projects.
• Liaison with internal and external customers, other City divisions/departments, electricians, superintendents, civil crews, project coordinators/managers, consultants, various Business Improvement Associations and general public.
• Provide estimates for construction (labor and material) using in-house software.
• Perform development reviews (for off-site scope) and utilities reviews
• Perform night inspections and attend public meetings as required.
• Provide support for Organizational Quality Management (OQM) program compliance activities such as document control, quality control, process improvement and field reviews.
• Review work of draftspersons and other technicians.
• Perform other administrative and technical functions in support of engineering activities as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of the twelfth school grade supplemented by either completion of electrical apprenticeship or recognized electrical technician courses/program.
• Considerable experience as an electrical designer or electrical technologist, electrician or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in street lighting design and traffic signal design will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, AGI32, Word, Excel and ETAP is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), City of Vancouver Design Guidelines and Construction Standards, Master Municipal Construction Documents (MMCD), the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) specifications and the Uniform Traffic Control Device (UTCD) standards, and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) of North America standards and lighting simulation.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity and electronics and their practical applications.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work efficiently.
• Ability to estimate labour/material costs for complex projects.
• Ability to prepare, read, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to direct and supervise the work of subordinates engaged in technical field and office duties.
• Ability to perform research tasks and compile statistical and narrative reports as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all internal/external stakeholders and the public.
• Ability to enforce rules and regulations with tact.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher.
  • The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities.
  • Your driving record will be reviewed as part of the application process. Candidates must demonstrate a safe driving history, as assessed by the City of Vancouver.
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
  • Insurance & Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

Application Close: February 22, 2024

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Main Purpose and Function

The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst works as a member of the HR Systems and Analystics team. Interfacing with key business leaders from client departments, this role enables the City to leverage HR data and metrics supporting strategic and operational decisions. The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst also supports HR transformation by driving accountability, improving transparency and increasing efficiency.

This role partners closely with other Corporate Support teams to foster a culture of data driven decision making across the city by working with client departments to increase HR data literacy, enable data exploration, and disseminate business intelligence tools and processes amongst end users.

The HR Systems and Reporting Analyst provides key labour relations support by providing reporting related to the operational impacts of collective agreements as well as creating ad hoc reports and financial models for collective bargaining.

This role also provides HR systems support and system administration as required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting and Analytics:
  • Responsible for creating, distributing, analyzing, optimizing and automating reports on a scheduled basis or Ad hoc as needed
  • Designs, develops and maintains dashboards with a variety of data visualization tools using interaction design best practices
  • Assists client departments in identifying opportunities for HR metrics for Workforce Planning, JEDI (justice, equity, decolonization and inclusion) and other key HR related processes and priorities.
  • Leads business analysis for department specific and city-wide data visualization using UX Design principles including creating and maintaining end user personas and prototyping
  • Supports the bargaining process and Labour Relations requests through reporting and data analysis including financial modelling
  • Proposes and validates high value datasets and governance guidelines for enablement through the City’s Enterprise Data Enablement process, building and deploying automated dashboards and reporting processes using business intelligence tools while leading the associated projects.
  • Works with client departments to foster data literacy and user adoption of self-serve business intelligence tools and processes though co-ordinating testing and end user support and training.  
  • Works with client departments to uncover and remediate data quality issues.
  • Performs Seniority calculations and other union related reporting
  • Creates and updates Privacy Impact Assessments related to new data initiatives
• Systems support and maintenance:
  • Reviews and responds to Help Calls related to HR systems, including in-house applications and SAP SuccessFactors.
  • Supports HR Systems Administration as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Business Analytics, Information Technology or a related discipline and 5 years of data analysis and visualization or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience supporting and administering HR Management Systems such as SAP SuccessFactors 
• Experience supporting and facilitating multi-stakeholder initiatives and engagements at all levels
   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of SAP applications and their reporting capabilities including Payroll, CATS, HCM, SuccessFactors
• Knowledge of HR metrics and the ability to make strategic reporting recommendations to support data driven business decisions
• Knowledge of HR related business operations and processes
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Knowledge of SAP Business Warehouse or Enterprise Data Warehousing solutions is an asset
• Ability to create dashboards by mastering Business Intelligence tools such as SAP Analysis for Excel, Power BI, Lumira Discovery or SAP Analytics Cloud
• Ability to extract and analyse large data sets
• Ability to perform complex financial modeling related to time entry and payroll
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts at all levels
• Ability to quickly master and stay on top of new technologies
• Business analysis skills and experience including the ability to formulate, evaluate, assess, and as appropriate, document and implement system design requirements, standards, best practices and tools
• Proven project management and negotiation skills, capable of managing multiple tasks.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills to resolve business issues from an analytical perspective
• Payroll or Accounting knowledge is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and present complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Enhanced Reliability Check required

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Main Purpose and Function

Carnegie Community Centre servces as an important resource to Vancouver's diverse Downtown Eastside community. Patrons participate in educational, recreational, cultural and social programming; enjoy the delicious low cost food offered at the cafeteria; or simply enjoy the Centre as the living room of the Downtown Eastside.

This position is responsible for the delivery of essential food services at Carnegie Communicty Centre in a professional and welcoming manner, with or without the assistance of volunteers. Customer services is a key element of the position.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Specific duties include assisting in food preparation, including preparing and packaging catering orders and light meals; operating the concession point of sale and cash accounts records; serving customers; training and supervising concession volunteers; ensuring the concession is properly stocked; cleaning and maintaining cleaning and hygiene standards; conducting cash-outs; and assisting kitchen staff in cleaning, receiving deliveries and other related duties as required.

Requires an ability to work with volunteers, patrons and other staff in a respectful and supportive manner, understanding their needs, and providing constructive advice or direction as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10 and preferably one year experience in commercial kitchen, catering or food service operations, including operating a cash register and providing food services to customers, with cooking school training and/or other retail work related experience.
• Experience in dealing with a broad spectrum of customers and a demonstrated focus on customer service is required.
• Experience in working with and training volunteers an asset.
• Food Safe Level 1 or ability to obtain is a requirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of concession operations is required.
• Working knowledge of sanitation, public health and kitchen safety standards as applied to the serving, storage and preparation of food.
• Strong people skills, ability to be energetic and motivated team player, and possess excellent organizational skills.
• Physically able to work several hours in a standing position and lift moderately heavy weights (10-12 kg).

A Police Record Check clearance is a requirement of these positions. A Clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

We are currently seeking skilled Welder Fabricator in the Vancouver, BC area to join our team. 

BASIC PURPOSE

• To ensure all assigned mechanical related tasks are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner with a high level of quality, using safe work practices acceptable to the customers’ satisfaction.

WAGE RANGE

Competitive wages will be based on qualifications, experience, and position.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

• Utilizes safe work practices and promote safety policies to others. Must maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Proficient in standards, codes, best practices, safe work policies and practices.
• Responsible for safe and conscientious use of equipment including forklift, skidsteer loader, scissor lifts, power tools along with proficiency in safe methods of hoisting and rigging at all times.
• Assist with mechanical equipment inspections, troubleshooting, repairing and preventative maintenance along with installations, dismantling, assembling as per manufacturer specifications and recommended standards.  Perform welding duties as required, fabrication and field fit/repairs of equipment.
• Proficient in material take offs, interpreting equipment and fabrication drawings, including providing accurate layout of the work and building to drawings and specifications. In addition, O+M Manuals to ensure correct maintenance and service has been provided.
• Accurately and effectively uses various types of welding and cutting equipment.
• Ability to complete required daily paperwork with legible penmanship and to KPIC standard.
• Responsible for all company tools ensuring they are accounted for at the end of each day. Maintaining a clean tool trailer each and every day.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all business interactions and strives to meet customer needs in a creative and safe manner.
• Highly motivated, positive attitude, pleasant demeanor with an ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks while working within a team environment and cross-functional departments as well as independently.
• Have valid CWB certification, experience with GMAW/MIG).
• Mechanical ability and knowledge such as troubleshooting skills, ability to assemble and commission mechanical systems in addition to understanding of multi hp industrial drives, shafts, bearings, and lubrication considered an asset.
• Ability to install, examine, diagnose, and adjust various types of industrial and mechanical equipment is an asset
• Appropriate level of experience in industrial maintenance/service environment.  Agricultural Industry experience considered an asset.
• Enrolled in Apprenticeship program.  Journeyman status is an asset.
• Ability to work in cold & hot weather/environments and green/brown fields sites subject to grain dust.
• Required Safety tickets/training, minimally including a current First Aid Certificate, fall arrest, confined space, WHIMIS, CSTS will be considered an asset and preference will be shown towards candidate holding valid & current training.  Proof of training maybe requested.
• Holds no previous safety violation within the FWS Group of Companies.
• Perform other tasks as assigned 

OTHER INFORMATION

• Valid class 5 driver’s license required with driver’s abstract.
• Candidate must be open and flexible to change, work during scheduled shutdowns, shift and, when necessary, overtime hours to accommodate scheduled maintenance of equipment. 
• Position will involve occasional overnight trips and travel.

GREAT BENEFITS

KPIC is a proud member of the FWS Group of Companies and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 9 consecutive years.

• Ride Sharing to Site
• Apprenticeship programs upon hire
• Competitive Wages
• Excellent Benefits Package, including Group Retirement Program with Employer match Contributions along with Life Insurance, Extended Health Care, Vision Care, Dental and more..
• Health and Wellness Program
• Prescription Safety Eyewear Reimbursement 
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks
• Profit Sharing/Bonus Plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Apprenticeship and Education Funding Programs
• Onboarding Gear Bag equipped with standard PPE and KPIC branded clothing
• Employee Recognition, Scholarship and Volunteerism Awards for employee’s children
• Annual Protective Clothing Reimbursement & Corporate Clothing Credit
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Onboarding & Referral Incentives

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Main Purpose & Function 
This is skilled and semiskilled arboriculture work involving pruning, maintenance, planting and removal of boulevard and park trees. Tree pruning and removal is hazardous work performed with minimum supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• The Arborist IA is the lead worker responsible for allocating, checking and reviewing the work of an arboriculture operations crew.
• The successful candidate will respond to enquiries from the general public in the course of carrying out assignments, participate in preparing presentations, public demonstrations and provides on the job training to subordinates in tree care operations.
• The Arborist IA will also be responsible for performing tree pruning operations around energized hydro lines and pruning boulevard and park trees using power saws, and other hand tools. This position would operate an aerial bucket truck and climb boulevard and park trees when required, using ropes and safety harness, operating a chipping machine as required and occasionally carrying out cabling and bracing.
• Additional responsibilities include planting and removing trees as required with using hand tools and mechanized equipment.
• The Arborist IA will have to lift and transplant established trees to accommodate site modifications, identifies diseased trees or trees that are potentially hazardous to public safety, and undertakes emergency control action as required and informs superiors of situations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of the tenth school grade plus considerable experience in street tree operations and in the operation of a boom truck, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in the use of climbing equipment and rigging techniques, and in planting and transplanting techniques.
• Utility Arborist – Certificate of qualification is required.
• Level I First Aid Certificate is required.
• Pesticide Applicator’s Certificate when required
• Power System Safety Certificate is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of arboriculture methods, standards and practices, City and Park Board safety protocols, and arboriculture and utility arboriculture safe work procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of growth habits and maintenance requirements of various tree species.
• Working knowledge of arboriculture pests and diseases, and integrated pest management practices.
• Skill in the use of a variety of power and hand tools used in pruning, planting, removal, cable and bracing, pest control and general tree maintenance
• Skill in the use of safety harness and ropes used in climbing trees.
• Skill in the operation and servicing of equipment used in the work and in the use of tools used in minor servicing and repair tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to perform hazardous climbing and pruning tasks at considerable heights and ability to identify hazardous trees.
• Ability to perform manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to identify hazardous and diseased trees and to take emergency remedial action.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to assign, check and review the work of subordinates performing semiskilled and unskilled tasks participate in conducting performance reviews for same.
• Ability to keep records related to work performed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates.
• Ability to meet the public and answer a variety of questions regarding tree management activities, and participate in preparing presentations and public demonstrations.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
  • 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
  • 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
  • Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Main Purpose and Function

This position is primarily responsible for the efficient operation of the landfill gas control system at the Vancouver Landfill in Delta. More specifically, the position is to maximize gas collection and utilization while at the same time minimizing the risk of landfill fire, emission of greenhouse gases/odours and ensuring the safety of the staff/public. Due care and attention is required at all times during data collection to identify problems and make operational adjustments or minor repairs to minimize the risk of fire/explosion.

This position will be based out the Vancouver Landfill in Delta, BC. Regular hours of work are between 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday, however there is an after-hours standby and response component to the position that could include working weekends and holidays. This duty is shared between other Engineering Assistants in the Branch. Work location and days/hours may be subject to change in accordance with the Collective Agreement and operational requirements.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducting Landfill gas well field monitoring including data logging for the well field, manifolds, and flaring station.
• Routine maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of instruments used for monitoring including: Landtec Gem 5000, Draeger Gas Monitors, Trimble devices etc.
• Installation, operation and maintenance of the landfill gas pneumatic pumping system.
• Routine field monitoring including liquid levels, temperature probes (permanent and down well), pipeline inspection camera operation and data interpretation, and equipment inspections.
• Routine and reactive maintenance on all field equipment related to the landfill gas system.
• Analysing, interpreting, and presenting data to other Engineering Assistants and landfill management staff, including identification of trends or anomalies and recommendations for follow on work
• Liaising with contractors or other City forces and consultants who provide contracting and professional services with respect to the operation of the system.
• Landfill gas data management and analysis, using specialized data management software.
• Reading, reviewing and updating safe operating procedures related to landfill gas tasks.
• Conducting presentations and tours of the Landfill and/or Landfill Gas system as needed for staff and members of the public.
• Backfilling for GPS survey technician for minimal periods.
• Backfilling for other landfill gas technicians during vacation or absence.
• Participating in the roster for after-hours call out for monitoring the onsite flare station.
• The incumbent will be responsible to carry out their assignned tasks, determining their own task schedule based on the deadlines.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a program in Environmental Protection Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, and some experience as an Engineering Assistant I or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Canada Safety Council UTV/ATV Operators Certificate or equivalent is an asset.
• Experience using handheld measurement equipment is an asset. Examples of equipment include:  Landtec GEM or other landfill gas analyzer with data logging capability, personal gas monitor, and GPS equipment (Trimble or similar).
• Experience and training in working with explosive gases, surveying, i.e. using GPS and level instruments, and conducting water quality monitoring or vapour monitoring is an asset.
• A current and valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the City of Vancouver policies is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of various computer programs including MS Office and database software.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with all levels of staff, including operations staff, engineering staff and superintendents.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and to assess data independently in order to make operational changes as needed.
• Strong organizational skills to be able to take initiative and perform duties with minimal instruction while meeting scheduling requirements.
• Ability to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and handheld power tools is an asset.
• Ability to carry out tasks and determine own task schedule based on the task deadlines.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Main Purpose and Function
Performs routine to skilled maintenance and cleaning of ice rinks, dressing rooms, refrigeration plants and surrounding facilities, assists in janitorial and preventative maintenance duties, performs related duties required or assigned.  Is actively responsible for a variety of functions and activities related to the preventive maintenance and repairs of ice rink surface using the ice resurfacing machine and performs routine janitorial job functions.  Work is performed as assigned or on a rotating shift basis.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Operates services and maintains ice rink surfaces and refrigeration plants and related equipment
• Scrapes, floods and paints lines, maintains ice surface in proper and safe conditions using the ice resurface, edging equipment and hosing methods
• Changes and adjusts blade on ice resurfacing machine, inspection checks and records operating hours, machine and battery conditions 
• Cleans, inspects and makes minor repairs on the rink board system
• Inspects and assists in rink glass replacement process
• Maintains rink dressing room cleanliness, inspects condition and records/reports to supervisor
• Keeps ice rink and facility areas, walkways and equipment clean, serviced and safe
• Maintains  daily records pertaining to the ice rink refrigeration operation and overall building
• Performs and assists the Maintenance Technician in completing general maintenance and shut down and/or start up by following safety operating procedure on the refrigeration plant system
• Connects, assists access for trades and contractors in completing building maintenance and service  
• Reviews and monitors refrigeration plant maintenance activities to ensure compliance with BCSA – BC Safety Authority and Regulations 
• Assists in reporting and preventing facility vandalism
• Performs basic preventive maintenance and lubrication on pumps, motors and related equipment
• Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site
• Maintains a cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work
• Performs routine janitorial job functions and responsibilities
• Cleans changing rooms and washrooms
• Ensures proper labeling, dilution and use of all chemicals
• Wears proper personal protective equipment at all times
• Cleans grounds and parking lots of litter, glass or other debris
• Removes snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers and snow shovels and spreading ice melt/salt in areas
• Monitors building security and safety be performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and opening doors for regular operating hours, checking to ensure that hazards are not created or prevented
• Plays an active role in reporting and investigating emergency situations 
• Makes rounds of the building and grounds at regular intervals at night inspecting doors, windows, and locks to see that they are properly and securely fastened
• Observes appearances and conditions of premises and equipment, reports needed repairs, service, safety hazards or conditions requiring attention to the supervisor
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes and tags accordantly if ballast failure
• Coordinates the work of janitorial team by assigning, scheduling and assessing the competition of work and tasks
• Ensures quality control and best practices by inspecting work in progress and upon competition
• May assist in completing monthly workplace inspections as required
• May work independently with little or no supervision
• Completes other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Position Requirements

Required Training, Certifications and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10; preferable supplemented by technical training related to the work plus some related experience; completion of a recognized program in building service work OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.  
• Ice Facility Operator or Refrigeration Operator (5th class refrigeration) Certificate from the BC Safety Authority.
• Valid driver’s license required – Drivers abstract

Preferences:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least two (2) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the job description

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of operations, maintenance and requirements of an ice rink and refrigeration plant and overall recreation facility
• Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance of pumps, motors, safety equipment and other items related to an ice rink and refrigeration plant
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining a variety of ice rink facilities and equipment
• Basic knowledge of janitorial and grounds maintenance practices
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment related to the work
• Ability to maintain accurate records and files
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures and guidelines
• Ability to understand and following oral and written directions
• Knowledge and understanding of the Emergency Evacuation Procedures and knowing your key responsibility
• Ability to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of building  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good client/customer service skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Ability to explain and demonstrate instructions and guidelines to others effectively
• Ability to train, organize and coordinate the work of the team
• Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment and supplies
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations and understanding on utilizing WHMIS –MSDS
• Ability to work a non-standard work schedule

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 30 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 30 days of this posting

**Drivers who have moved to B.C. during the past five years will be required to provide their Driver’s Abstract and Driver’s Claims History from their previous place of residence.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Main Purpose and Function

The Equipment Operator III is responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment involved with stump grinding. Stump grinding operations is an important and necessary role that supports the continuation of the Urban Forest. Replacement of trees can only be facilitated by preparing sites through stump grinding. Position will report directly to the Superintendent of Urban Forestry and may involve the supervision of two or more subordinates.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates and services a large stump grinder. Two units are towable, and the other one is a mounted tow behind.
• Stump grinding will occur in parks and on streets, citywide.
• Operator is required to interpret and understand the Call-One packages of information. All work with machinery impacting underground requires a Call-One and an information package identifying underground utilities.
• Operator will be responsible for completion of VanTree work orders.
• Position is a physical job, and one that requires shoveling debris from truck, or trailer and/or shovel soil and debris from ground into a truck or trailer.
• Operator will be required to remove wood debris from sites as part of completion of the stump removal.
• Operator will be required to operate a chainsaw or reciprocating saw to sever large roots or cut stumps below grade
• Operator will be working in conjunction with hydrovac
• Performs related work as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of grade 8 supplemented by experience in the operation of equipment such as heavy road rollers and related equipment is desirable

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices employed in the operation of heavy roller equipment.
• Working knowledge of the rules of safe operation and the precautions necessary to avoid accidents when operating such equipment.
• Some knowledge of the methods, practices and tools used in servicing and making adjustments to such equipment.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral instructions.
• Skill in the operation of medium sized construction equipment.
• Interpretation and understanding of the Call-One packages of information is preferred.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• Applicable Driver's License and endorsements as required by the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act.

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 30 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 30 days of this posting

**Drivers who have moved to B.C. during the past five years will be required to provide their Driver’s Abstract and Driver’s Claims History from their previous place of residence.

Application Close: February 23, 2024

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Project Manager I will assist in providing full life-cycle project management of complex, inter departmental civil infrastructure projects (streets, water, sewers, green infrastructure, electrical, structures, etc.) with multi-million-dollar budgets.

The Project Manager will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary civil consultants, interdepartmentally within Engineering Services, and with other CoV departments such as Law, Planning, Parks, Facilities, Real Estate, Supply Chain Management and Development Services to identify stakeholder and partner requirements and ensure successful planning and implementation of projects. The Project Manager will help shape and advance project and quality management standards across the Department and be responsible for their practical and consistent application in which the role operates.

The Project Manager I will work in a matrix environment supporting client business units leading cross functional project teams, which will include Engineers, Engineers-In-Training, Superintendents, Engineering Assistants, and other technical and support roles. They will also work closely with staff third party consultants and/or contractors, key business stakeholders and user representatives to ensure their requirements are well understood and addressed.

It is anticipated that the successful applicant will support project management and coordination of several high profile, complex and high-risk civil infrastructure projects ranging between $1M to $50 M. These projects involve numerous internal and external stakeholders, expedited construction timelines, and challenging urban site conditions.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports the Senior Project Manager in cross discipline design and construction projects.
• Plans out the projects in detail, clearly identifying project scope, budget and schedule as well as project risks, project organization and project management approach. Documents the plans in a Project Charter document.
• Engages with subject matter experts to prepare terms of reference for technical consulting services related to civil engineering design and construction; and complete the tendering and selection process, or work with internal operational forces to deliver the design packages.
• Coordinates and manages inter-departmental review processes for project design drawings and standards, escalating any identified conflicts as necessary to senior staff for resolution.
• Executes projects according to the approved Project Charters.
• Ensures all relevant City Departments are consulted in the process and progress of the project.
• Assists with management of multiple consultants and contractors.
• Assists with all relevant local, provincial and federal permit applications.
• Monitors, forecasts, and reports on project status (cash flows and scheduling).
• Procures project resources (e.g., design, construction and contract administration services).
• Project reporting, cost estimating, scheduling and measuring project performance.
• Applies and contributes to all Engineering Project and EGBC’s Organizational Quality Management principles and requirements, as defined by the Engineering Project Management Office.
• Develops and implements various project management plans.
• Assists the project team with presentations, public engagement and meetings with various members of the public, stakeholder community groups, and partners. Facilitates stakeholder inputs to arrive at optimum solutions.
• Facilitates meetings and regularly reporting on project status to Managers and project Sponsors.
• Implements adequate internal controls for reporting to Senior Management.
• Organizes and leads meetings with project team, stakeholders, and vendors as needed and manages actions arising from them.
• Identifies and proactively manages project issues and risks.
• Ensures that project performance meet expectations in terms of timelines and scope completion.
• Ensures proper project closeout at completion. Manages the sign-off process for project deliverables from stakeholders. Organizes and conducts a lessons-learned session. Documents and presents a project closeout analysis. Manages and coordinates project staff teams.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture, Planning, Construction Management, or Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in project management with progressively complex, business transformation projects leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in delivering design and construction of civil engineering infrastructure an asset.
• Formal training in Project Management methodologies preferably consistent with those provided by PMI (Project Management Institute).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation an asset.
• Technical Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related an asset.
• Experience in managing complex projects that include managing multiple consultants and contractors simultaneously.
• Experience in developing and reporting on projects and programs, and researching, for various projects and initiatives.
• Experience in managing teams and diverse stakeholder groups, including internal and external coordination of design and field personnel.
• Experience in public consultation and conflict resolution with the ability to reconcile differing perspectives, develop consensus, and secure cooperation and support from both stakeholders and team members.
• Experience developing and reporting on projects and programs, and researching, and preparing business cases for various projects and initiatives.
• Experience working in a matrix reporting relationship an asset.
• Experience working on projects with a value of over $50 million will be considered a strong asset.
• Experience in hiring, developing, and managing staff in a Collective Bargaining environment an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and experience with Master Municipal Construction Document (MMCD) guidelines
• Experience in various procurement methods and construction management project delivery approaches.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex project schedules.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the City’s transportation policies and related current literature, trends, and developments would be an asset.
• Familiar with the City of Vancouver’s Project Management Framework is an asset.
• Working knowledge of the City’s land use, environment and health policies an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to confidently interact with the public by phone, email, and in person on contentious topics.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical information into material that can be easily understood by a broad audience through collaboration with content experts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to deal tactfully with staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Excellent presentation skills to public and community groups.
• Demonstrated skill in establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with the public, other employees, and officials including working with subject matter experts to respond to difficult questions.
• Ability to present research results, conclusions, and recommendations in graphical and written form.
• Ability to develop databases and collect, analyze, and interpret statistical and narrative data.
• Ability to direct and supervise the work of junior engineering/planning assistants and other support staff.
• Ability to reconcile differing perspectives, develop consensus, and secure cooperation and support from both customers and team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.