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Department: Lexington Real Estate Holdings

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Founded in 1944 by A.A. DeFehr in Winnipeg, Palliser has grown into one of North America’s leading furniture manufacturers. We value our clients, our communities, our natural environment and provide the best customer experience possible. At Palliser, we produce quality and strive for excellence.

We are the team that manages and maintains the Real Estate Assets for the Palliser group of companies.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of our commercial property and assets.

• Responsible for maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance on equipment and building systems.
• Provide observations about facility equipment, systems conditions and deficiencies; and provide suggestions for enhancement and repair.
• Participate in and assist with facility-related projects.
• Ensure work completed meets quality requirements.
• Possesses a strong environmental, health and safety mindset.
• Effectively interface with tenants, suppliers and contractors.
• Other custodial duties as required. (For example. Snow removal and grounds litter control, etc.)
• Required to work at heights when needed.
• Year-round outdoor work required.
• Light administrative duties as needed.

• Previous building trades experience preferred.
• Knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards.
• Demonstrated abilities to manage multiple jobs.
• Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational skills with ability for multitasking.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
• A trade certification or education in a trade or professional designation is of benefit but not required.
• A Jack of all trades with skills and attention to detail
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• General working knowledge of hand and power tools
• Ability to lift, up to 50lbs.

As Palliser companies grow, we recognize the importance of investing in our people, as well as the people who will bring us to the next level in quality and craftsmanship.

Lexington Real Estate is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and an environment where every employee is given the opportunity to excel.

We offer plenty of benefits to the people who made us what we are today.

• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive benefits package, including life, health, dental, disability
• Potential RRSP Match Program
• Employee Furniture Purchase Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Free Parking

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Please note: Palliser Furniture is committed to abiding by the Accessibility for Manitobans Act. We will work diligently to ensure everyone has the proper tools and means to do their work effectively and efficiently. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.