Facilities Ops Tech

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Position Highlights

The Facilities Operations department at ICBC is hiring a Facilities Operations Technician to join the Vancouver Island Region. This role will oversee the building operation service of designated Claim centres, Driver Licensing offices and other company owned/operated buildings/facilities within the Province of BC.

We are looking for a candidate who thrives in a dynamic environment and is confident in their ability to work on multiple projects and/or project related activities. The successful candidate will have the following knowledge and abilities of the following:

• Building trades, particularly as they relate to construction, plumbing, millwork, electrical, gas fitting and HVAC systems
• Operational functions of computerized building control systems
• Building maintenance operations procedures
• Relevant budgeting and procurement policies pertaining to building maintenance and sourcing of sub- contractors

This position will respond to unresolved complaints and problems escalated by customers, and you will negotiate work contracts with contractors, particularly about facilities projects. You will also establish and maintain effective working relationships with site managers and staff as well as external contractors and service vendors.

There will be a health assessment for this position as there are occasions where you will lift building operation supplies and equipment, climb scaffolds, ladders, and you must be able to remain alert while performing specialized maintenance on equipment with moving parts.

There will also be possible exposure to working in awkward positions and harmful materials and fluids when performing repairs and maintenance.

Position Requirements

An apprenticeship trade ticket in one of the following areas: Electrician, Millwright, Gasfitter, Plumber, 4th Class Engineer, Refrigeration Mechanic or 5 years' work experience directly related to Facilities Operations is required.

• A facilities management certificate would be an asset
• Experience in mechanical systems, building automation systems (BAS) and having a Sustainable Energy Management Advanced Certificate (SEMAC) would be an asset
• A working knowledge of computers, e-mail and Microsoft applications is required
• Valid driver’s license is required

Position Information

About us: 

At ICBC, it’s our job to make sure the car insurance system works for all British Columbians, today and in the future. If you want to make the most of your skills and expertise while growing your career, we want you. A career at ICBC is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse and inclusive team that is driven to serve its customers and community. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment. If you are reliable and dependable, contact us today to be part of our talented and diverse team as we work together to create an insurance system we can all be proud of.

Our values guide how we interact with customers, partners, and each other. They shape our decisions and create a culture where employees feel inspired and empowered to do their best work.

• Collaborative: We include different perspectives to reach our common goals.
• Supportive: We seek to understand to meet diverse and evolving needs.
• Straightforward: We simplify the complex to make things easier.
• Knowledgeable: We gain knowledge through experience and learning to make informed decisions.

Work arrangement defined: 

• Mobile – you will work a significant amount of time in the field, in addition to working from an office and optionally working remotely within British Columbia.

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