Facilities Technical Lead

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratorytests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.

We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.

Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.

These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

Reports to: Facility Manager
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday

Additional Requirements: N/A
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Internal Application Deadline: February 20, 2025

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Purpose of the Role

LifeLabs will have facilities that are safe and compliant for all internal and external stakeholders. LifeLabs sites run at optimal efficiency in support of asset integrity, value, and lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist with the 60% & 90% drawing reviews of large-scale projects to ensure accuracy of drawings, and reduce interference of equipment/systems & people
• Participate in construction site meetings during execution phase and ensure that the contractor leads site meetings, including the taking of minutes and the distribution of minutes to all applicable stakeholders
• Assist with the oversight of the general contractor, and consultants to ensure ongoing progress of the project and completed execution of the construction contract documents
• Review and oversee third party vendor contracts ensuring adherence to contract documents and pre-established KPIs (Janitorial, mechanical, electrical, handyman services, security, etc.)
• Assist Manager of Facilities with screening of potential vendors
• Solicit quotes and assign tasks to vendors to meet operational needs
• Oversee relationships with service providers and contractors, including those responsible for janitorial services, exterior maintenance and other third-party services necessary for maintaining building cleanliness
• Partner with third party Facility Services and PSC teams on maintenance related issues and escalations ensuring timely service delivery and cost control
• Independently or as part of multi-disciplinary planning teams, participates in the reviews and analyses of facilities planning and building conditions studies; analyzes the impact of current and proposed projects on existing facilities and trends and issues which impact capital investments and the delivery of its facilities program
• Conduct inspections of facilities and equipment for needed services and repairs
• Prepare analysis for short term and long-term building repairs to support critical and non-critical building infrastructure life cycle
• Participate in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of assets and reduce unexpected equipment failures
• Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance
• Assist in managing day-to-day facilities operations, including maintenance, security and vendor management to ensure a safe and functional work environment
• First point of contact for end user resolving facility maintenance issues

What you bring to the role: 

• Minimum 5 years of technical and mechanical building operations experience
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to approximately 50lbs
• Climb ladders including navigating roof access points
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Extensive knowledge and experience operating HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, BAS, and Life Safety Systems in an industrial environment
• Ability to read blueprints/AutoCAD
• Advanced skills with using AutoCAD or Revit
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Experience reading and interpreting contracts and interacting with landlord representatives as required to support PSCs and Regional Labs
• Requirement to be on-call on rotation
• Ability to drive with Class G license and clean abstract
• Building Operator Certification or equivalent through an accredited institution required or
• Building Systems Maintenance Certificate or equivalent or
• Systems Maintenance Technician designation or equivalent
• Provincial trade license certificate of qualification in Commercial HVAC systems, or Licensed Millwright is an asset
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or ticketed Millwright an asset
• Working at Heights certification is an asset (will be required to obtain within the first 3 months of hire)

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:
 

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email careers@lifelabs.com.

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!