Facilities Maintenance Technician

Summit Search Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker in Toronto, responsible for routine maintenance and emergency repairs of building systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, be self-motivated, and possess technical training in relevant areas like electrical or plumbing.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience repairing and maintaining equipment.
• Valid driver's licence with a good driving record.
• Technical training or license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repair on equipment.
• Oversee outside contractors and ensure compliance with building systems.
• Order parts and maintain grounds of all facilities.

Skills

Carpentry

Mechanical skills

Plumbing

Electrical experience

Organization

Communication

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in electrical, HVAC or plumbing

Job description

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repair on equipment and keep a detailed record of all actions taken.
• Keep all building systems such as electrical, heating, cooling, and plumbing up to code and running efficiently.
• Oversee and inspect the work of outside contractors as necessary.
• Maintain lighting systems throughout the facilities, cleaning fixtures and replacing bulbs and lamps.
• Order parts and materials as needed for equipment and facility repair and maintenance.
• Perform carpentry, furniture assembly and locksmith tasks as needed.
• Maintain grounds of all facilities and properties as necessary, in compliance with agreements.
• Other duties as assigned based on location needs.

Required Skills and Knowledge :

• A friendly approachable style.
• Basic carpentry, mechanical, plumbing and electrical experience.
• Strong organization, communication, prioritization and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated with solid decision-making skills.

Physical Demands :

• Continual standing, walking, bending, crouching, crawling and reaching.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• This job is subject to hazards and includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to heat or exposure to chemicals.
• This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, fax machines.

Education and Experience :

• High school diploma required.
• Technical training / license preferred in electrical, HVAC or plumbing.
• 5 years of experience repairing and maintaining equipment.
• Valid driver’s licence with a good driving record and the ability to travel between facilities as needed.