Temporary Specialist - Building Performance and Asset Management

About the role

The Halton District School Board (HDSB) is offering a temporary vacancy for a Specialist, Building Performance and Asset Management in the Facility Services Department of the J.W. Singleton Education Centre. Reporting to the Manager, Building Performance Department, the specialist manages databases, supports sustainability and best management practices, and oversees asset management of the Board's inventories. The position is 35 hours per week for 12 months a year, from January 4, 2027 to January 9, 2028, at an hourly rate of $42.52 to $50.71 plus 4% vacation pay.

Key responsibilities

• Support efficient use of the eBASE work order, project management and asset management computerized maintenance management system
• Manage asset inventory and life cycle costing
• Handle Ministry reporting in ECIS, including Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) and Building Condition Surveys reported through VFA
• Provide AutoCAD standards, GIS data and drawing support, and support school inspections and data verification
• Support the Compliance Supervisor on regulatory and compliance requirements, and develop inventories and databases for Facility Management including utility tracking and energy efficiency
• Update fire and life safety plans and support the Building Performance Team with work orders, vendors and troubleshooting
• Keep as-built documentation and records, and support Facility Services Supervisors, school administrators and contractors on best management practices
• Create specifications and recommendations for stakeholders and lead orientation sessions on best management practices

Required profile

• 3-4 year community college diploma or degree in a related field; university degree in Engineering, Architecture or Building Science preferred
• 3 years of relevant work experience; 5 years in property or facility management with mechanical expertise preferred
• Ability to work in complex, detail-oriented, high-volume environments and as a collaborative team member
• Excellent computer skills and commitment to personal and professional development

Required skills

• Computerized maintenance management system and asset inventory development
• AutoCAD, GIS, ECIS, eBase and work order management (preferred)
• MS Office and Google Suite applications

Applicants apply online through the Apply to Education portal by 4:00 pm on Thursday, November 12, 2026. First consideration goes to applicants from the employee group of the vacancy, and reasonable accommodations are available on request.