Facility Maintenance Technician

Dexterra Group; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician in Thunder Bay, ON. The role includes performing general maintenance tasks, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining effective communication with clients. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and be proficient in English. Opportunities for advancement and training are provided.

Benefits

Opportunities for rapid advancement

Mentorship and dedicated training programs

Growth within a company that values talent and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform general upkeep, repairs, landscaping, and snow removal.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans.

Skills

Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and control drawings

Knowledge of building automation, HVAC, electrical systems

Organized with the ability to support project plans

Research skills for specifications, drawings, and manuals

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, databases)

Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT). We have a broad presence across North America, offering hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities. We aim to provide more than just jobs; we offer fulfilling careers in a culture that promotes stability, diversity, inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for what we do. With over 75 years of history, our companies are dedicated to serving North American clients by creating and managing built environments vital to our economy and communities. We are proud of our work: Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

At Dexterra, we create exceptional customer experiences that help our clients shine. Driven by passionate people, we assemble skilled teams to solve problems and turn challenges into innovative solutions.

As a Facility Maintenance Technician, reporting to the Operations Manager, you will perform general building maintenance at National Defence sites in Thunder Bay, ON. The role includes responding to reactive maintenance calls after hours and on weekends on call.

Your Responsibilities Include:

1. Performing various tasks such as general upkeep, repairs, painting, landscaping, snow removal, carpentry, plumbing, and other duties as needed.
2. Ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, safety standards, and directives, including TSSA.
3. Conducting risk assessments and developing pre-work safety and job plans.
4. Estimating time and materials for repairs.
5. Ordering necessary supplies in partnership with the planner.
6. Maintaining professional communication with clients, employees, vendors, and contractors.
7. Keeping tools and materials organized and in good condition.
8. Performing additional duties as assigned by Contract Representatives.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

1. Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and control drawings; knowledge of building automation, HVAC, electrical systems, etc.
2. Organized with the ability to support project plans.
3. Research skills for specifications, drawings, and manuals.
4. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
5. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
6. Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
7. Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and databases.
8. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights, ladders, rooftops.
9. Must pass a criminal background check and have over 5 years of Canadian citizenship for security clearance.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

1. Opportunities for rapid advancement into leadership roles.
2. Mentorship and dedicated training programs.
3. Exposure to diverse accounts and operational challenges.
4. Growth within a company that values talent, mobility, and development.

Dexterra Group is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the hiring process upon request.