Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Microspec Corporation; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in Peterborough, Ontario, is looking for a Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician to oversee facility maintenance, grounds upkeep, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, extensive experience in property management, and a solid understanding of maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include snow removal, repairs, and general upkeep of buildings. Competitive hourly pay is offered based on experience, along with benefits including a sign-on bonus and sick time payout.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Matching 401(k) plan

64 Hours personal/sick time

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in property/estate management.
• 2+ years of experience in building maintenance.
• 1-2 years operating a snowplow preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment and grounds during scheduled hours.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Effective handling of maintenance issues

Basic computer skills

Ability to work with hand and power tools

Knowledge of snowplow operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Zamboni

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Educational and Skills Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in property/estate management.
• 2+ years of experience in building maintenance and/or property management.
• 1-2 years of experience operating a snowplow preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• A valid state-issued driver’s license is required.
• Effective handling of maintenance issues, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.

Reports to

Supply Chain and Facilities Manager.

Primary Job Responsibility

Maintain equipment, building, and grounds during scheduled hours to include some weekends and off-shift times based on the ongoing operating needs of the facility.

Grounds and Facilities Maintenance

• Grounds keeping, including snow removal, clearing sidewalks of ice and snow, and maintaining the lawns and plantings on the grounds around Microspec.
• General upkeep of the facility.
• Maintenance for trucks, mowers, and other miscellaneous equipment.
• Various facilities maintenance activities, including but not limited to painting, light electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, janitorial housekeeping, landscaping, masonry, metalwork, pest control, fabrication, metal and plastic machining, recycling, and minor installations.
• Repairs, regular PMs, and servicing machinery, furnishings, and other equipment.

Preventive Maintenance and Repairs

• Independently perform standard Preventive Maintenance (PM) and repair duties on equipment, machinery, and facilities.
• Monitor and maintain all assigned building systems.
• Respond to all maintenance issues in a timely fashion, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Responsible for alerting management immediately of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or may occur.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure applicable safety standards are used and comply with all corporate policies and state and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of assigned tasks.
• Preparation of appropriate documentation.
• On-call availability for building and/or property maintenance.
• Use all appropriate personal protective equipment.

Communication and Professionalism

• Convey information and issues clearly.
• Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all guests, vendors, contractors, and employees.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to meet deadlines.

Tools and Equipment Operation

• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, Zamboni, and other equipment required to perform tasks.
• Various pick-up and delivery functions as needed for the company.
• Other activities and duties as assigned.
• Is the work described above checked by another individual? YES ? NO
• Consistent motor skills and other requirements of the position:

Consistent lifting of up to 50 lbs. – Frequently

Minimum lifting of 1 lb. – Frequently

Maximum carrying distance of up to 100 ft. – Frequently

Reaching – must be able to reach machines and/or materials up to 6 ft. from the floor – Frequently

Kneeling – Frequently

Climbing stairs – Frequently

Repetitive motion – right/left hand/wrist – Frequently

Repetitive motion – right/left foot/ankle – Frequently

Continuous arm motions – Yes

Must be able to avoid potentially moving objects which could cause injury – Yes

Must be able to grasp and move objects consistently and regularly – Yes

Vision: intricate nature of work requires vision of 20/20 with or without corrective lenses – Yes

Must be able to use gaging equipment and tools – Yes

Must demonstrate ability to work productively and efficiently with others – Yes

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus
• Matching 401(k) plan annually after 1 year
• 64 Hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at the end of the year)
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Salary range-$23-$25 per hour based on experience