Job Description
JOB TITLE: Canada Summer Jobs 2025 - Assistant, Facilities Services & Operations
DEPARTMENT: Public Works and Engineering
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
JOB STATUS & DURATION: Temporary
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hour workweek
LOCATION: Hybrid Model – when working onsite, you will report to the location of City Hall, West Tower.
HOURLY RATE: Year 1 $21.48 , Year 2 $22.40
JOB TYPE: Management and Administration
POSTING DATE: January 13, 2025
CLOSING DATE: January 27, 2025
Area Of Responsibility
Reporting to the Supervisor, this position will assist with the implementation of special projects such as Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Computerized Asset Management System (CAMS) and Centralized Maintenance and support key business initiatives for Facilities Maintenance (FM). Assist with projects perform research, collaborate with stakeholders, and provide recommendations. The student will assist and support project management efforts by working with Facilities Maintenance (FM) Manager and Supervisors.
- Provide insights and ideas on, as well as design and participate in, Public Works and Engineering project working groups.
- Participate in meetings, working groups and teams, as a FOM representative, in the development and implementation of projects for the department while ensuring projects achieve the corporate objectives.
- Perform qualitative and/or quantitative research, analysis, and evaluation of data to assist with synthesizing information, producing reports and/or identifying trends (e.g. develop summaries, options, recommendations, etc.).
- Identify and facilitate resolution of issues related to project development, progress, and implementation. Analyze and present status to the Supervisor.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to build relationships for project implementation and success outcomes.
- Provide administrative and support to corporate committees.
- Provide project support in developing process maps for facilities maintenance.
- Assist in data gathering for developing facilities asset database and setting up equipment maintenance schedules.
- Assist with the development of project outlines, descriptions and implementation plans to support departmental initiatives.
- Provide project support to corporate project leads and project sponsors to ensure corporate effectiveness is achieved.
- Research best practices and develop project plan for identified projects to ensure milestones and targets are achieved.
- Prepares reports and updates to supervisor and project committees.
- Coordinate with people leaders and assist in writing standard operating procedures and work instructions for staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Mandatory Requirements
- Student must be enrolled in any University or College. Proof of enrollment letter will be requested prior to job offer.
- A police criminal check will be required (to be paid for by the student).
Selection Criteria
- Student must currently be enrolled in an Engineering program (Electrical / Mechanical / Engineering, Environmental / Management Studies)
- Political and business acumen
- Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, well organized, and able to prioritize complex tasks and meet critical deadlines
- Strong Analytical skills for complex problem solving
- Strong report & technical writing, data analysis and problem solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced spreadsheet skills (functions, macros, etc.)
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work independently and as a part of a team
These positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program (2025) and all applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria. For Eligibility Criteria please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-socialdevelopment/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/screening-eligibility.html
As a Summer Student, you will not only gain exposure in the public sector, but also have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives, connect with leaders and peers and explore your career path to find your passion! Get to know the world of
municipal government and the opportunities that could lie ahead!
As a Summer Student, You’ll Receive
- A competitive hourly rate
- A steady income for the summer months
- Paid every other week
- Vacation Pay
- These positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program (2025) and all applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria. For Eligibility Criteria please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/screening-eligibility.html
- Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.
- Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.
Alternate formats will be provided upon request.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change.
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by March 22, 2024 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.
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