Maintenance Technician

Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for conducting general installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property. The Maintenance Technician works in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with the Company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements. This is a 2nd Shift (2PM- 10:30PM) position.  

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Focus on Working Safely 
• Team Work          
• Problem Solving   
• Accountability and Dependability
• Ethics and Integrity
• Analytical

Job Duties

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Performs preventative maintenance.
• Maintain Building housekeeping
• Reviews stock inventory of spare parts, equipment and materials.
• Inspects certain areas of the facility to ensure good housekeeping and safety provisions are adhered to.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Be knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems.
• Coordinate and monitor activities for projects as needed.
• Update and maintain documentation as required.
• Support department management, project managers and consultants as required.
• Adhere to Purchasing Department policies / procedures.
• Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required.
• Painting of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., "systems for preventative maintenance", "maintenance requisitions", scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.
• Use computers, as required.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.
• Responsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, etc.
• Recognize safety concerns and alert supervision/management.
• Responsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.
• Must be prepared to be on call during off-shift hours and weekends.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements

• Community College in a related field (preferred but not required).
• Three years in a mechanical/electrical capacity as a tradesman or; Three years related industrial repair/maintenance experience.
• Highly motivated; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and/or in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to independently seek out and suggest downtime reduction activities and projects.
• Exhibit responsibility, flexibility and dependability.
• Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures).

• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interpret and implement Company policies and procedures.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Able to communicate effectively in both verbally and in writing.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email, CAD, electrical control and PLC software is an asset.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot.
• Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Work Conditions

• Weekly OT availability may be required
• Physical ability to lift up to 75lb
• Must be able to work in heights (ladders, Platform scissor lift, etc.)
• Must be able to work in a confined space.

• Travel to the site, and off-site locations, as required
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses, harness, etc
• Hazards associated with the trade
• Work both indoors and outdoors
• Will be exposed industrial machinery