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Main Purpose & Function

The Project Engineer assists with the preparation and implementation of asset management plans and initiatives for the potable water system.

The position reports to the Civil Engineer II and works closely with other branches within Engineering Services. Key external contacts this position liaises with are government agencies, third party utility companies, Metro Vancouver, residents and businesses.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Asset Planning and Investigation

• Assists in the development and implementation of asset management strategies informing capital replacement and maintenance programs and identifies investment priorities
• Responsible for tracking water system performance and emerging trends, including leveraging asset and maintenance management data with statistical and spatial analysis
• Coordinates condition assessments of water system assets, including drafting and administering external requests for consultant and contractor support
• Evaluates resourcing requirements to support asset management, operational, maintenance and asset renewal goals, and supports Operations staff to streamline work processes for both capital and maintenance work
• Supports continual refinement of data collection and analysis to leverage value from existing water system assets
• Creates business cases to evaluate investment strategies for Waterworks operations, maintenance and asset renewal programs based on asset management concepts such as Levels of Service, Risk and Criticality, Lifecycle Cost Optimization, etc.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends implementation of best practices for asset management of drinking water distribution systems
• Represents the City and liaises with internal branches, outside agencies, Metro Vancouver, and utility companies regarding infrastructure projects
• Responds to correspondence or inquiries from outside agencies, the public and other branches regarding water system operation

Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum of four years’ related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, construction and project management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Registration or eligibility for registration as Professional Engineer in British Columbia
• Experience in designing water distribution infrastructure and underground utilities

• Experience in developing and managing budgets for infrastructure capital works

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to hydraulics, water resources, and industry best practices for water system operations
• Knowledge of infrastructure asset management principles
• Knowledge of Organizational Quality Management processes and frameworks
• Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to staff
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact
• Proficient in the use of computer design and modelling software such as InfoWater, ArcGIS and AutoCAD

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.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: March, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97,032 to $121,294 per annum (PEng)/ Pay Grade RNG-060: $75,410 to $94,253 per annum (EIT)

Application Close: February 6, 2025

The HVAC/Refrigeration Technician has experience and holds a valid Certificate of Qualification issued by the province in which the work is performed. The incumbent is responsible for operating facility systems, performing preventative and corrective maintenance, routine services on facility mechanical and other systems for the assigned facility within the limits of company policy and trade certification. The Technician is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, security and fire protection.

Trades certification or license:

• HVAC/Refrigeration license is required
• Gasfitter I & II license is an asset

This is an on-site stationary position located in Downtown Vancouver near Grandville St & W Hastings St. This position is full-time Monday to Friday, with rotational emergency on-call. 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Installation & Troubleshooting

• Installs air conditioning, heating, and related equipment and components.
• Overhauls and services air conditioning, heating units and systems.
• Repairs, replaces and adjusts worn or broken parts HVAC equipment.
• Repairs and adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with heating and air conditioning units and systems.
• Installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats.

Maintenance

• Performs work in accordance to established processes and practices.
• Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.
• Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities at assigned facility.
• Performs regular monitoring, inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime and safety objectives are met, uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility is maintained.
•  Monitors assigned facility by conducting facility walkthroughs, mechanical and electrical equipment and systems monitoring. 
• Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded and escalated, and that related documentations are maintained.
• Maintains accurate inventory of all assigned tools/equipment and arranges for repair and replacement where required.

Client Relations

• Provides observations about facility, facility mechanical conditions and deficiencies and provides recommendations for enhancement and repair. 
• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.

Administration

• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
• Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection and any other applicable requirements.
• Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required
• Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
• Other duties as assigned
   

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• College Diploma/Certification required
• Experience required as a licensed HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
• Strong ability to adhere and to properly execute processes and practices relating to facility operations and maintenance
• Ability to maintain building mechanical and other system troubleshooting and resolution skills
• Current knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards
•  Possesses a strong environmental, health and safety mindset. Ability to perform work in a safe manner
• Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency
• Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification
• Mentoring skills required to support lower level technicians development
• Must be able and willing to work shifts, be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise
• Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment 
• Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements
• Valid drivers’ license may be required
   

Trades certification or license:

• HVAC/Refrigeration license is required
• Gasfitter I & II license is an asset

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $38.55 - $45.35 per hour. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

The role of the Workplace Ambassador II will collaborate with various partners to ensure a high-quality seamless workplace experience is provided consistently for all employees.  These partners include facilities and workplace experience teams, client employees, BGIS facilities and project teams, food service operators and fitness center operators.  In this role, there is a unique opportunity to influence how employees work and directly impact their workday.  You will work with a team of professionals delivering workplace services including hospitality, reception, event space coordination, space occupancy and mail/package deliveries.  In this role, you will be empowered to make decisions that are aligned with the organization’s workplace standards to ensure that the space continues to meet the needs of all employees.  This role will support the key differentiator of the organization – it’s people, by enabling a culture of high-performance teams.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support a core set of office services consistent throughout designated high occupancy buildings.
• Liaise with BMO as required
• Support LOB's in redirecting or escalating issues to appropriate teams. 
• Collaborate on areas of opportunity for workplace efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with Mail / Courier support as required; receive packages and courier distribution
• Support Reception services (where applicable) for general building and shared conferencing floors
• Support LOB's with activities related to visitors and new hires, including how to effectively utilize services and amenities
• Observe, support and re-direct occupants, visitors and vendors where appropriate (Iron Mountain, day porter, FM services)
• Coordinate and validate Temporary Cards.  WA may coordinate requests and roster distribution between LOB, Security and/or Landlords.  Security/Badge Access for full-time and contract employees is the responsibility of the LOB's, including Onboarding/Offboarding requests and validating rosters.   
• Support maintenance of the reservation system in collaboration with LOB and BMO
• Support LOB's with updating distribution, phone directories, floor plan information, wayfinding, regulatory posters and other general office information and communications.
• Organize and order supplies in shared spaces, conference rooms, enclaves, connection café’s, business centers and any open spaces not business specific.  May include office supplies, kitchen supplies, cleaning kits, first aid kits (consumables), LOB retains responsibility for specific supplies not available for general use.
• Coffee Services; maintain supply in conjunction with coffee services vendor (where applicable)
• Manage office sundry equipment as required and/or available, including key maintenance, name plate printing
• Coordinate equipment maintenance in shared spaces, conference rooms, enclaves, connection café’s, business centers, quiet/wellness rooms and any shared spaces that are not business specific.  Ensure they are appropriately set up and supplied. Perform rounds daily and escalate any functionality issues to appropriate partners.  Personal equipment repair or servicing (laptop, desktop computer, mobile phone, dedicated printer) is the responsibility of the individual employee. 
• Support technology in shared spaces and redirect employees for support where required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• University degree with 1-3 years’ of job-related experience.
• Service oriented, able to be customer-facing and can-do attitude.
• Able to exercise sound judgement, make decisions, provide direction.
• Comfortable dealing with issues and people.  Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including MS suite of software.
• Self-starter, able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Pro-active, approachable, and solution-based.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong organization skills.

This is a regular, full-time position with a base salary range of $43,931 - $54,914 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

As an Administrative Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to one or more Advisors and their teams.  
  
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU
In the role you will:

• Be responsible for onboarding new client relationships through digital account opening and documentation administration 
• Process client requests, account transfers, deposits, withdrawals and payments, requests for tax receipts and account reporting
• Respond to client inquiries and issues in a timely manner and escalating , as required

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

• Experience in the securities industry
• 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

WHAT’S 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.

Main Purpose and Function
The Fleet & Manufacturing Services supports the City of Vancouver in being a service provider in all aspects of Fleet Management. The expertise and knowledge provided to internal and sometimes external clients by the Fleet& Manufacturing Services Branch includes: Engineering, Vehicle Procurement, heavy-duty/Commercial/Automotive Maintenance and Repair, Quick Service Repairs, Machining, Mill Work, Fabrication,Vehicle Outfitting, Carpentry, Body Shop Vehicle Repair and Painting, Product Inventory/Ordering, and Small Equipment Repair. The vehicle fleet includes but is not limited to: Police, Fire, City of Vancouver issued vehicles, Garbage and Recycling trucks. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenanceand repair of this extensive fleet of vehicles and equipment which has a replacement value of $175 million dollars.

This position currently works on a 9-day fortnight schedule. Successful candidates will work on the afternoon shift, from 3:10 pm to 12:34 am, Monday to Friday. Employees may be assigned to work alternative shifts and locations based on operational requirements.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Fleet servicing occurs primarily at the fully equipped Garage at Manitoba Yard which houses an employee base of approximately 150 employees from various Trades but also at several satellite facilities. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will work with members of the Fleet & Manufacturing Service team to ensure that quality andtimely work is performed to support and service our clients. A major part of this position will be to support the outfitting/up-fitting of new vehicles, including completing approved modification requests. Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge and experience in; the installation of components, reading and creating electrical schematics, ability to build, design and troubleshoot electrical systems, and any practical experience in building fleet vehicles to meet customer’s needs. The challenge this busy environment offers is in the variety of work, from small and heavy equipment to automobiles and light to heavy trucks, as well as Plant and Facilities maintenance, Manufacturing and Building maintenance.

The City of Vancouver supports continued education and development in areas of interest for all of its employees.Fleet & Manufacturing Services provides great opportunities for training including dealer training on newly purchased fleet equipment. We are always looking to provide employees with training to develop skills,knowledge, and abilities.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.), Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement.
• Red Seal certification is preferred.
• Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the automotive and mechanical trade.
• Thorough knowledge of braking systems.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to perform a variety of complex skilled electrical and mechanical tasks in the overhaul, repair, maintenance and adjustment of motorcycles, automotive and marine electrical systems.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions which may be accompanied by sketches and diagrams.
• Ability to interpret manufacturers' instructions and diagrams pertaining to equipment.
• Ability to requisition parts and materials.
• Ability to operate vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise one or more subordinates.
• Ability to inspect and test City vehicles for road worthiness, following prescribed provincial standards.
• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment employed in the trade.
• Agility, muscular coordination, and sufficient strength to permit the performance of heavy manual labour.
• Superior mechanical aptitude.

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.
  • No more than 2 infractions in 2 years or no more than 4 points in 2 consecutive years.
  • 3 years accumulation of no more than 2 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year.
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
  • Insurance and Claims History for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: February, 2025  

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-377: $48.76 per hour

Application Close: January 21, 2025