Maintenance Service Lead

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The Maintenance Services Lead will be actively involved in tasks related to building maintenance, developing preventative maintenance routines, capital planning, and managing projects. This position should understand basic engineering, building systems, building repairs, and be able to lead other Maintenance staff if required.

2. Essential Functions and Basic Duties

Preventative maintenance is necessary for all aspects of keeping the building running smoothly. Some of the responsibilities involved with this position include but are not limited to:

1. Oversees preventative maintenance throughout the property to ensure standards are maintained for guest comfort and the safe and efficient operation of all equipment.
2. Ensures completion and appropriate reporting of all fire alarm testing, kitchen suppression system testing, and other fire equipment maintenance as required by provincial and company standards.
3. Frequently communicates with management regarding the use of contractors, controlling expenditures, planning of capital projects, and completing tasks to a high standard.
4. Audits the facility to ensure that building systems are in working order and compliant with building codes.
5. Develops capital plans and sources replacement components for systems that have reached the end of their operational life cycle.
6. Plans, coordinates, and executes projects with an emphasis on achieving objectives within deadlines, focusing on quality and fiscal results.
7. Develops maintenance routines and ensures compliance with maintenance routines to ensure an effective preventative maintenance program.
8. Ensures that all areas of the facility are clean and that proper janitorial routines are created to maximize the serviceable life of the finishes.
9. Leads maintenance department staff, including holding regular staff meetings, ensuring effective use of personnel, and fostering a team environment.
10. Evaluates staff performance and ensures compliance with key performance indicators.
11. Ensures all staff members are competent in the safe and effective use of equipment and chemicals.

Additional Tasks:

1. Daily checks of the building and equipment
2. Greasing bearings, replacing filters, and belts on various equipment as per the maintenance schedule
3. Check utility meters daily to monitor consumption.
4. Check standpipes and fire panel daily
5. Check all fire extinguishers are at their proper levels and intact
6. Keep detailed records of all maintenance and inspections
7. Replacing or repairing burnt-out lights and fixtures
8. Moving furniture and appliances
9. Basic plumbing repairs and replacements, including unclogging toilets
10. Fixing damaged sections of drywall
11. Maintaining interior finishes, including vinyl wall coverings and painting
12. General janitorial tasks such as garbage collection, spill cleanups, and others as required
13. Keep detailed records of all work

Maintenance can be strenuous and requires the individual to be in good physical condition. Physical demands include:

1. Moving appliances and furniture
2. Repetitive lifting of up to 60lbs
3. Cardiovascular endurance for tasks such as snow removal and climbing stairs
4. Ability to grip and manipulate basic hand tools and parts
5. Hand dexterity and fine motor skills for working with small parts.
6. Repetitive reaching or working above their head
7. Majority of the working day spent standing conducting repairs and maintenance

Health & Safety

1. Require employees to work in the manner and with the protective devices, measures, and procedures required by the OHSA, regulations, and Campus Living Centres (e.g. wearing safety shoes, confining hair, jewelry, or loose clothing around moving parts, etc.)
2. Ensure the Personal Protective Equipment required for all subordinates’ jobs is readily available, in good working condition, and ensure usage is recorded
3. Ensure all training required for each task is identified, documented, and readily available
4. Ensure all WHMIS 2015 regulated supplies and SDS sheets are readily available
5. Ensure hazard identification, labeling, and any additional chemical safety resources and documents are up-to-date and available for all workers

3. Performance Measurements

Performance will be primarily measured on the following factors:

1. Skill & Knowledge
2. Quality of Desired Results
3. Adaptability & Flexibility

4. Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma, Recognized College Diploma preferred

Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of commercial electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems

Must be competent with general physical plant repairs

Must possess a positive attitude towards work and learning

Must be able to handle multiple projects at once

Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years industry experience or equivalent

5. Working Conditions

Hours per Week: Scheduled 44 hours per week (may need to work more as required)

Level of Interruption: High level of interruption

Stress Level: Moderate overall stress level (Peak stress levels in May and September)