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Union Maintenance Mechanic

Salary
Competitive
Employment
Full Time
Real Estate Field
Location
Chilliwack
 BC
Postal Code
V2P 0A1
Country
Canada

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Description


PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To provide maintenance and related trade support services to various buildings, leased and owned.

 

JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:

Provides maintenance and related trade support services

  • performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to various buildings such as H.V.A.C., plumbing, electrical, fire and security, environment and energy management, Client Comfort Systems, fabric repairs, lock and door repairs, lock replacement and repining, cutting keys.

  • uses standard contract specifications to monitor, direct and inspect the work of contractors.

  • tracks costs and certifies contractor performance

  • co-ordinates small projects such as renovations and moves from inception to completion

  • performs inspections and recommends required maintenance, repairs and alterations for building fabric and systems

  • schedules preventive and planned maintenance and maintains service reports

  • provides input into Operations and Maintenance Budget, 5 Year Plan, Project Budget

  • assists designers, contractors and clients to co-ordinate office space and furniture layout and cabling systems as required

  • responds to emergencies such as fires, water leaks, equipment malfunctions including being generally available for after hour call outs (evenings and weekends) as needed

  • attends and engages in weekly Toolbox safety meetings

  • strong organizational and time management skills

  • exchanges information with clients regarding building concerns/needs Other related duties.

  • reviews new equipment, tools and maintenance plans

  • compiles estimates for project work

  • orders goods and supplies as needed

  • provide escort services in sensitive and critical environments for vendors and other stakeholders

  • obtains water samples as required and transports same to laboratory

  • Other job-related duties as requested by Facility Manager and Maintenance Team Lead

  • Familiarity with fire life safety systems considered an asset

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Maintenance Team Leader

 

SUPERVISION/DIRECTION EXERCISED:

Directs and assigns work to contractors in assigned buildings and inspects completed work. Advises staff on safety aspects in buildings.

 

PHYSICAL ASSETS/INFORMATION MANAGEMENT:

Services, maintains and performs minor repairs in various buildings. Operates a Corporate vehicle and operates and maintains hand and power tools. Maintains and updates service, maintenance, and client request data on assigned buildings. Successfully navigates and utilizes technical hardware such as iPad and iPhone and related applications.

 

FINANCIAL RESOURCES:

Purchases goods and services to $1,000; materials $500 and signs to acknowledge receipt. Monitors contractor performance and provides budget input. Uses standard contract specifications, reviews contractor bids and recommends award of same. Estimates and tracks costs of projects.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of one year of related experience and/or training.

Trades certification or license in one or more of the following - preferred
Refrigeration license, in progress as an apprentice
Electrical license, in progress as an apprentice
Plumbing license, in progress as an apprentice
Power Engineering 4th Class
Gasfitter II
Building Operator Certification through an accredited institution


Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency, effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification, self-motivated and willing to learn, work well independently and be a team player, consistently present and maintain a positive and professional image


COMMUNICATION SKILLS
 

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.

REASONING ABILITY
 

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. 

Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
 

Uses personal computer and / or PDA for work order system, email, ESS and training. 

Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook. 

Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines.

Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

CLEARANCE AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain and maintain required security clearances for RCMP and Courthouse environments.

Holds a valid Class 5 driver's license and a satisfactory driving record

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans

Job Function


Not specified

 
 

Experience


N/A


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