Facilities Supervisor

Overview

The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community.

We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services. The Facilities Supervisor reports directly to the Facilities Manager and leads the day-to-day operations and management of the physical plant services at the YMCA’s flagship location, Taggart Building (180 Argyle Ave.).

The Facilities Supervisor is responsible for the facilities management and cleaning functions at the YMCA’s flagship location, Taggart Building. The Facilities Supervisor will ensure the maintenance, cleaning, and repair of all facilities and major equipment and systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and aquatics systems, while maintaining good communication with all parties involved.

The Facilities Supervisor oversees a team of approximately twenty staff. Through a Lead Hand on each of the Facilities and Cleaning teams, the Supervisor will ensure sufficient staff coverage through efficient scheduling and workload management.

The Facilities Supervisor plays a leadership role for their team and works with staff at all levels and throughout all YNCR departments to implement standards of service excellence (Y Way) to ensure a high quality of service delivery to internal (YMCA departments) and external clients. This role leads by example, building the “Shine On” values and competencies into goal-setting and performance management for the facilities team and ensuring standards are met at all locations.

The Facilities Supervisor will have project management responsibilities, ensuring that staff and contractors adhere to established timelines, budgets, legislative and regulatory requirements (such as health & safety, employment standards, daycare cleaning standards, safe material handling), and internal policy requirements (such as strategic directions, child protection, security practices, and customer service standards).

The Facilities Supervisor will manage and implement the facilities budget for Taggart Building and review spending as necessary to achieve both facilities and financial objectives.

The Facilities Supervisor will stay up to date with, and implement as necessary, building technologies, such as building automation systems, remote monitoring, AI tools for preventive maintenance, and software tools for workflow management. This role will also be responsible for implementing energy efficiency/environmental sustainability initiatives such as waste reduction, heat loss prevention, and sustainable procurement.

The Facilities Supervisor will prepare technical analyses and narrative reports for the Executive Team to assist with organizational planning and reporting.

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals. Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

• Free YMCA gym…