Building Monitor

Overview

The Region of Peel, encompassing Brampton, Mississauga, and Caledon, is seeking a Building Monitor for a contract full-time position lasting 13 months. Located at 200 Missinnihe Way, Mississauga, ON, this role operates onsite with standard hours of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus additional on-call shifts during evenings and weekends. The salary range for this position is $58,034 to $65,289 annually.

Role Summary

This Building Monitor position, reporting to the Property Manager within Peel Housing Corporation's Human Services department, is responsible for ensuring the safety, functionality, and healthy condition of the building. This includes monitoring mechanical systems, security, and general maintenance to support a secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily walkthroughs inspecting mechanical rooms, cleanliness, boiler, generator, fire systems, and underground garages.
• Maintain compactor room and waste disposal areas, including litter collection.
• Act as primary contact and oversee janitorial staff, summer students, and security personnel during daily and evening shifts.
• Patrol the premises to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, mechanical faults, security concerns, unlocked doors, or unauthorized individuals using appropriate equipment and protective gear.
• Manage inventory by ordering and stocking janitorial, superintendent, and common area supplies.
• Perform minor repair and maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, carpentry, glue removal, light bulb replacement, and air filter changes.
• Operate and support the building's Access Control System as directed.
• Grant contractor access for maintenance activities according to operational plans.
• Inspect parking lots and vehicles and monitor CCTV systems for equipment failures.
• Provide access for visitors and community groups for after-hours meetings.
• Arm and disarm security systems and closely monitor building usage.
• Assist in orienting new staff members as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience in related roles.
• Basic understanding of building procedures, Building Code, and Ontario Fire Code.
• Good judgment and adherence to policies, guidelines, and supervisory directives.
• Professional demeanor, appearance, and communication skills to interact with the public effectively.
• Knowledge of safety standards and emergency procedures relevant to the role.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with the position.
• Familiarity with Residential Tenancies Act and Housing Services Act and experience in social housing environments are advantageous but not mandatory.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow established procedures and work independently, including outside normal business hours.
• Basic computer and communication skills with effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling interaction at multiple social and cultural levels.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, ongoing development, and bias management.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits including psychological health support effective from the start of employment.
• Optional enrollment in the OMERS pension plan.
• Earn up to three weeks of vacation annually on a monthly accrual basis.
• Receive three paid personal days and floating holidays.
• Flexible working hours supporting employee wellness.
• Annual performance evaluations with merit-based salary increases.
• Supportive leadership fostering a respectful and inclusive organizational culture.
• Access to tuition reimbursement and resources for learning and professional development.

Additional Information

The successful candidate must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to hire, at their own expense. A practical assessment will be required during the interview process. Interviews will be conducted in person. Peel Region is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and accommodation throughout recruitment. Communication regarding the application will be primarily via email; applicants are advised to monitor their spam folders to avoid missing correspondence.

About Peel Region

Peel Region serves over 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses through essential services such as paramedics, healthcare, social services, childcare, waste management, road maintenance, financial aid, and housing support. Recognized with the Great Employer Award by Excellence Canada, Peel Region values a diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environment where every employee contributes impactfully to the community.