DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for performing a wide variety of maintenance, cleaning, planning and execution duties in order to provide a safe, clean and maintained operational facilities.
The Facilities/Maintenance Lead works closely with other Facilities/Maintenance Assistants and coordinates their daily functions. The Facilities/Maintenance Lead also provides support to the Facilities Manager in the planning and budgeting of relevant supplies, products and services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Secondary School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with industrial /office cleaning procedures
• Valid Class G driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Demonstrated technical/mechanical aptitude and ability
• Knowledge of WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable, bondable
• An acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check or CPIC
• Valid CPR and first aid

Coordination:

• Development and implementation of maintenance and custodial practices
• Coordinates maintenance employees’ day-to-day activities
• Organize workflow and ensure that subordinates understand duties and delegated tasks
• Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching

Cleanliness of Facilities:

• Dusting and cleaning of all surfaces, work areas,
• light fixtures, walls, hangar and maintain storage areas.
• This includes vacuuming, mopping, waxing and shampooing.
• As well as the removal and disposal of garbage from wastebaskets and coordination of composting and recyclables
• Cleanliness and maintenance of washrooms in all facilities as a priority for frequent monitoring and remediation.
• Tests and evaluates new cleaning products effectiveness
• Assists with inventory control

Maintenance:

• Assists with and carries out minor mechanical maintenance
• Schedules and ensures completion of preventative maintenance tasks
• Respond to and troubleshoot any issues, acting to resolve and repair
• Analyzes data to find solutions to predict and resolve issues
• Inspects equipment to identify and arrange repair or replacement needs
• Performs preventative maintenance in and around facilities; inspects and replaces air filters in furnaces, HRV and A/C units, water filters; drains off sediment in water heaters
• Perform and/or report minor repairs

Administrative:

• Assists the Manager of Facilities in the development of long-range maintenance / facility plans and budgets
• Ensures all paperwork and documentation are kept up-to-date and accurately completed
• Serves as a link between subordinates and management

Health and Safety:

• Promotes safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health & Safety and FNTI Policy
• Identifies and report unsafe conditions
• Tests emergency lighting and alarm systems
• Advises staff on security procedures
• Responds to urgent/emergency concerns through use of cell phone
• Acts as the point person for building security and respond to alarm calls; interacts with police, fire and emergency services
• Other related duties as assigned