Building Technician

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Building Technician to join our School District and Facilities Team! Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Facilities or designate, the Building Technician is responsible for the planning, designing, drafting, cost-estimating as well as ensuring compliance with requirements of the various regulatory agencies, and other duties related to the construction, alteration, and maintenance of buildings and building systems throughout the District.

Join Our Team

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools employs more than 2,200 professionals; all committed to the education of more than 15,000 students. All members of our staff are integral to our excellent education system and our positive workplaces, supporting our district goals of Student Success, Student and Employee Wellness, and Truth and Reconciliation.

Nanaimo is centrally located on the east coast of Vancouver Island. Boasting a beautiful climate surrounded by wilderness, with excellent year-round recreational and cultural amenities. As a hub city, we have ready access to all of Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and Lower Mainland of British Columbia.

Learn more about who we are, and what we offer, on our website at: .

About the Role

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes preliminary designs, sketches and cost estimates, for submission and approval, for construction, alteration and modification to buildings, respecting various trade areas.
• Prepares working drawings and cost estimates based on approved sketches and obtains necessary permits.
• Operates Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software.
• Investigates and recommends solutions to resolve problems related to District facilities.
• Catalogues and maintains applicable facilities records and technical data using both computer and manual methods.
• Assists in the development of minor renovations/maintenance projects program for annual budget development.
• Advises or assists other employees, including trades, foremen, general foremen and management staff.
• Consults and liaises with District staff, principals, consultants, and regulatory agencies regarding design-related work, as well as with suppliers and trades for cost-estimating.
• Coordinates minor renovations and maintenance projects as required, where work is undertaken by contract.
• May on occasion, be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a drafting/construction program from an accredited institute and three years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough working knowledge of AUTOCAD.
• Eligibility for membership in the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C.
• Valid B.C. class 5 Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of the trades as applicable to the duties of this position.

Assignment : This is a continuing 12-Month CUPE Local 606 position, due to commence as soon as practicable. Working Monday through Friday.

Wage: The rate of pay for this position is $37.43 per hour based on a 40-hour work week, with a competitive benefits and pension package.

Location: This position is based out of NLPS’ Facilities Department, located at 395 Wakesiah Ave. Nanaimo.

How to Apply

To submit your application, please click on the apply button next to the job details, on the Job Posting itself (located via: ). Applications should include a cover letter, resume, along with applicable tickets and diplomas. Please provide a minimum two professional references from supervisors or managers in a workplace or volunteer setting.

Please note: Shortlisting and interviewing will be conducted on an ongoing basis while the posting is open; with the posting remaining open until the position is filled. Successful candidates of the Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools are required to complete a criminal record check .

We thank all those who apply and express interest in working for NLPS; however, only those being considered for shortlisting and/or shortlisted, will be contacted.

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to merit-based hiring and equitable employment practices.

This job is classed under Drafting technologists and technicians (NOC 22212) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Drafting technologists and technicians prepare engineering designs, drawings and related technical information, such as building information models (BIM), in multidisciplinary engineering teams or in support of engineers, architects or industrial designers, or they may work independently. They are employed by consulting and construction companies, utility, resource and manufacturing companies, all levels of government and by a wide range of other establishments.

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