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School District No. 39 (Vancouver School Board)Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Technical Services (Electrical)THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 107 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow, of which nearly 5% identify as being of Indigenous ancestry. The Vancouver School Board (VSB), respects, prioritizes, and supports Indigenous ways of knowing and learning.At VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, VSB is one of Canada?s most diverse school systems. Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students? needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. VSB?s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students? overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/.THE OPPORTUNITY: MANAGER, FACILITIES MAINTENANCE & TECHNICAL SERVICES (ELECTRICAL PORTFOLIO)?Reporting to the Senior Manager, Maintenance and Construction, the Manager, Facilities Maintenance and Technical Services (Electrical Portfolio) provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and technical direction for the District's electrical infrastructure, power distribution systems, emergency power systems, life-safety systems, technical building systems, HVAC air distribution infrastructure, and roofing-related building envelope assets.The position is responsible for the planning, maintenance, renewal, performance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and long-term stewardship of assigned assets and technical services supporting educational, administrative, and operational facilities throughout the District.Through the Sheet Metal Services team, the role also provides stewardship of HVAC ductwork, ventilation systems, indoor air quality support systems, and roofing systems that contribute to facility performance and building envelope integrity.The position provides leadership through the Maintenance Supervisor, Electrical, Machinists and Sheet Metal Services and is accountable for service delivery, workforce planning, asset reliability, infrastructure renewal, financial stewardship, contractor management, emergency response, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.Reporting Relationships Reports To: Senior Manager, Maintenance and Construction Direct Reports: Maintenance Supervisor - Electrical, Machinists and Sheet Metal Services Indirect Reports: Electricians, Machinists, Sheet Metal Workers, Apprentices, Contractors, Consultants, Service ProvidersOrganizational ScopeResponsible for stewardship, operation, maintenance, renewal, reliability, and regulatory compliance of District-wide electrical infrastructure, technical building systems, HVAC air distribution systems, and roofing assets supporting over 100 educational facilities