Technician, Store Maintenance

Groupe Dynamite; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Store Maintenance Technician, where you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving store operations across Canada and the USA. This dynamic position involves collaborating with various teams to ensure efficiency in handling maintenance requests, from HVAC to plumbing. With a focus on cost efficiency and operational excellence, you will help transform the traditional retail landscape into an omni-channel leader. Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package, flexible vacation policy, and the chance to be part of an organization that values investment in its people. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in facilities management.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing methods and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist store employees with maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Coordinate logistics around purchases and prepare purchase orders.
• Be available for emergency calls outside regular office hours.

Skills

Facilities Management

HVAC Knowledge

Electrical Skills

Plumbing Skills

Carpentry Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

DEC in Building Engineering

Architecture Certificate

Mechanical or Building Administration Certificate

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:Reporting to the Manager, Store Maintenance, the Store Maintenance Technician responsibilities require that they maintain and improve the maintenance of stores throughout Canada and the USA. The Technician will be required to support and assist in the day-to-day activities to ensure efficiency and limit any impacts to the operations while maximizing cost efficiencies and synergies. You will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick & mortar retailer, to an omni-channel leader and tech-first fashion disruptor.Responsibilities:

• Assist store employees in the handling of any maintenance requests and emergencies regarding HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, locks, furniture, and sound systems;
• When needed, collaborate with landlords and operation managers on site;
• Process incoming requests promptly and accordingly, and ensure that activities are consistently and concisely documented;
• Coordinate logistics around purchases, prepare and approve purchase orders, reconcile relevant billing, and execute follow-ups;
• Help and assist internal departments with various projects and initiatives in stores;
• Resolve the findings and requirements established by the Health and Safety Committee as needed;
• Analyze each case, work order, and technician feedback assigned to you and help the store coordinators mitigate issues at store level while ensuring reasonable costs;
• Assist external resources for an effective resolution time;
• Help the store staff in troubleshooting issues/requests before deploying the appropriate resources;
• Track and follow up with their work in progress until completion;
• Be available for emergency calls outside regular office hours (in rotation with other team members);
• Other related duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• A DEC in Building Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical or Building Administration or any other relevant certificate;
• 2+ years of experience in facilities management;
• Good knowledge of purchasing methods and organizational skills;
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word;
• Strong abilities in coordinating resources and day-to-day activities;
• Good organizational and analytical skills with the ability to work independently;
• Skills to recognize improvement areas, offer suggestions, and resolve problems;
• The capability of handling multiple priorities.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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