Building/Facilities maintenance Technician, Hants County (Shubenacadie)

Company Description Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job– we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of.

Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description Reporting to the Area Manager, the principal duties of the Facility Maintenance Technician is to conduct general building maintenance for a site in London, Ontario. This position will also respond to reactive maintenance calls.

The successful individual will be assigned to conduct building services and maintenance repairs for DND site(s).

Responsibilities

Completes a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: general maintenance and repair, plumbing, and other tasks as required

Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and works safety, TSSA

Conducts risk assessments and follows pre-work safety plans / job plans

Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair

Maintain a professional courteous manner and communication with client, employees, vendors, contractors and fellow employees

Maintains tools and materials for the work site

Perform other related duties as required and as assigned by Contract Representatives

This role is part of an Integrated Facilities Management Solution that provides a diverse portfolio of services to our client. A requirement of this position, in addition to the duties listed above is to provide other services as required. These duties are assigned at the sole discretion and frequency of Dexterra as a strategy to respond to timelines and penalty avoidance specific to this contract. While tasks assigned will not require staff to perform tasks requiring certifications they don’t hold, they will be asked to provide tasks as required to maintain a positive and supportive relationship with our client. This could be up to 20% of the job requirement in any given fiscal year.

Skills&Abilities

Ability to read mechanical, electrical and control drawings; knowledge of building automation system, building fabric, HVAC systems, electrical systems etc.

Basic understanding of floor plans, work order system and security

Ability to prioritize and manage multi-functional tasks

Ability to work effectively under pressure and against strict time constraints

Must be able to effectively communicate (oral and written) with all employees, contractors and vendors

Self-starter and team player

Maintain a calm demeanor in emergency situations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Researches specifications, drawings, O&M manuals in order to make repairs and adjustments as is necessary

Qualifications

Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar position

Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Computer literate and familiar with MS word, excel and database

CMMS and BAS experience

Participates in educational programs and in-service training

Provides verbal and written reports as requested

Completes assigned tasks and close the work orders within time frame given in response time policy

Communicate the work status with the client groups via central call center within the time frame given in response time policy

Adheres to the occupational health and safety acts and other legislative enactment

Represent the department with a positive and professional attitude

Ability to acquire and maintain Security clearance at the Secret Status level

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, bend, stoop, balance crawl and reach for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Must be comfortable and able to work on a ladder. Working at Heights. Lifts, and roof tops

Job will require inside and outside working. Cold and Heat

Must be able to work independently without direct supervision

Is expected to be available for a certain amount of overtime and being on-call if necessary

What's in it for you?

Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!

Career advancement opportunities

Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!

Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Equal Opportunity&Disability Accommodations Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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