Painter - Quebec Construction Commission - Journeyman

BGIS; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management provider in Montreal is seeking a Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain facilities. Responsibilities include painting, patching, and handling maintenance work in high-security environments. The ideal candidate holds a CCQ license and has knowledge of safety standards. Join a diverse team and contribute to high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Quebec Construction Commission (CCQ) license is required.
• Knowledge of safety standards is necessary.
• Ability to perform patching, painting and planned maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Paint, patch, sand, and apply coatings to building surfaces.
• Respond to client work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Assist in furniture moves and quality checks.

Skills

Quebec Construction Commission (CCQ) license

Knowledge of commercial and industrial safety standards

Familiarity with building and safety codes for interior and exterior work

Ability to work at heights and handle heavy ladders and equipment

Attention to detail and commitment to quality work

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With a team of over 6,500 professionals worldwide, we focus on enabling innovation through our services and actively seek new opportunities to benefit our clients' businesses. We manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across more than 30,000 locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia, and Asia. More information is available at www.bgis.com.

SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is part of the Maintenance Team. The role involves the effective operation and maintenance of the facility, focusing on patching, painting, planned maintenance, and graffiti removal. The technician must be capable of working in high-hazard, high-security correctional institutional settings.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Paint, patch, sand, and apply coatings and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings.
• Estimate material quantities by measuring surfaces or reviewing work orders.
• Respond to client work orders and planned preventive maintenance projects.
• Create budgets and work estimates for management regarding planned projects.
• Remove old coatings using solvents, heat, sanding, wire brushing, or water and sandblasting.
• Complete drywall repairs and patching.
• Prepare surfaces for painting or wallpapering by cleaning, filling holes, cracks, and sanding.
• Apply primer, sealer, or sizing as needed before finishing.
• Match colors with premixed paints or by mixing pigments and additives.
• Use brushes, rollers, or spray guns to apply liquid coatings on various surfaces.
• Perform sandblasting and apply industrial coatings.
• Apply finishes with sponging, ragging, or layering techniques.
• Install wallcoverings such as paper, vinyl, or fabrics.
• Stay informed about product changes and recommend upgrades.
• Follow environmental regulations and legislation.
• Assist team members with additional duties like furniture moves, equipment insulation, and quality checks.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Quebec Construction Commission (CCQ) license.
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial safety standards.
• Familiarity with building and safety codes for interior and exterior work.
• Ability to work at heights and handle heavy ladders and equipment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.

At BGIS, we believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our success. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and providing equal employment opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds. Promoting diversity is essential to our organizational growth and success.