Building Maintenance (tech)

at  City of Kawartha Lakes

JOB BRIEF

Under the direction of the Manager, this position is responsible for building maintenance, including daily assessment and reporting on building conditions, as well as preventative maintenance, minor repair, and minor improvement work.
Employment Status:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for daily building maintenance of buildings and grounds
• Perform preventative maintenance program as required i.e. Change filters, oil mechanical equipment, inspect equipment
• Troubleshoot and perform minor plumbing, carpentry, drywall, glazing, screening, lock repairs, change lights, painting, floor repairs, etc., within provincial regulations
• Perform additional tasks such as replacing sinks, toilets, faucets and pipes, as well as construct, install and repair a variety of facility components such as counters, tables, walls, windows, doors, masonry walls, etc.
• Salt, sand and clear snow from sidewalks and walkways as required
• Report hazards and building deficiencies to Manager
• Support the administration of service management agreements related to the operation and maintenance of buildings
• Develop, document and carry out standard routines for the operation and maintenance of buildings and associated mechanical systems
• Carry out the planning, and contract administration for small repair/improvement projects that are contracted out to outside service providers
• Perform daily inspections of fire, health and safety systems as required to ensure compliance with building/facility related regulations and codes
• Obtains approval for, initiates and carries out work, closes out work orders, and prepares written reports
• Maintain equipment/tools in safe, good working order, reporting condition and requesting replacement as necessary
• Maintain a record of current inventory and provide written reports according to division operation procedures
• Maintain all building-related service logs in compliance with regulatory requirements and City policy
• Perform minor renovations/alterations with minimal supervision
• Attend training courses and seminars when requested
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SKILLS/ EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Post Secondary Diploma in Building Maintenance or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment
• Experience in building operations and preventative maintenance
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry with the ability to solder and operate equipment, ie. Table saws, compound miter saw, etc.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and Ontario Fire Code
• Ability to interpret Mechanical, Electrical and Architectural drawings
• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace Health and Safety and WHMIS
• Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
• Effective oral and written communication and strong interpersonal skills to deal with members of the public, council and all levels of staff
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently or as an effective member of a team
• Good analytical and problem solving skills related to area of expertise
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search will be required

Please refer the Job description for details