Job Description

Job ID: 35879

• Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research
• Division & Section: Corporate Real Estate Management, Asset Management & Building Performance
• Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3C6
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancy, 4 Months
• Hourly Rate: $19.77 - $21.67
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours Per Week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 03-Mar-2023 to 10-Mar-2023

Note: The applicant pool from this job posting may be used for similar summer job opportunities in various divisions.

Toronto is Canada\'s largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world\'s most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the Business Process Solutions Team as a Research Trainee within our Corporate Real Estate Management Division.

The Asset Management & Building Performance team supports the City\'s energy and asset management systems and processes, focusing on efficient business processes, accuracy of data, and modern technological solutions. The team is responsible for daily system and process support for City-wide clients, as well as a number of exciting initiatives such as the Net-Zero Climate Plan, Energy Conservation & Demand Management Plan, and support of TransformTO.

Receiving work direction from the Supervisor, Energy Management and working with other team members, the Research Trainee will be contributing to effective decision making through the enhancement of the City\'s energy management program.

Major Responsibilities:

Assists with assembling and compiling information/survey packages.

Collects data by distributing questionnaires, visiting sites, going door to door, asking participants/groups for information/opinions etc.

Travels to various locations and/or attends special events to provide support/on-site assistance and distribute information.

Assists with packing, loading, lifting, moving, delivering and unpacking supplies, displays etc.

Documents findings. Inputs/retrieves/updates/maintains data.

Assists with organizing and presenting data collected.

Assists with compiling and consolidation of data for others to analyze/process.

Assists others with drafting documents, bulletins etc. and data analysis.

Assists in maintaining data/statistics.

Assists with various office functions.

Answers calls, provides general information, takes messages and directs inquiries to appropriate staff to answer questions/handle requests.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

Currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of a post-secondary degree or diploma program in Building Systems, Engineering, or other related program.

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).

Experience conducting research and analysis

You must also have:

Knowledge of building systems/equipment would be an asset.

Strong problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work in a demanding environment with many competing priorities and deadlines.

Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as cooperatively as a member

Ability to travel to various locations within the City of Toronto as required.

Possession of a full "G" Ontario driver\'s license is an asset.

Note: The applicant pool from this job posting may be used for similar summer job opportunities in various divisions.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Accommodation

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