Building Maintenance Repair Person I 

Position Summary

Reporting to the division Manager, the Building Maintenance Repair Person I will be required to monitor and service various building mechanical equipment and systems; perform general building repairs and maintenance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor, assess, troubleshoot and service various building components, equipment and systems
• Operate Security and Life Safety Systems
• Perform general building repairs and maintenance (i.e. re-lamping, troubleshooting minor electrical work, minor carpentry, concrete repairs, painting, minor drywall repairs, locksmith and basic plumbing)
• Perform general janitorial and cleaning functions
• Perform basic landscaping
• Perform general architectural repairs
• Liaise with contractors/staff
• Respond to and assess emergency calls from clients (public/staff)
• Perform daily record keeping and log book maintenance
• Assess and respond to any City site for emergency calls from clients/staff
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
• Compile and maintain on a daily basis all information and documentation relevant to all completed work (i.e. record keeping, maintenance management systems, log books, update drawings, files, etc.)
• Determine impact of required work, communicate, coordinate and supervise major and minor repair work with other facility staff/contractors/users to minimize service interruptions
• Work from drawings, layouts or other specifications; locate and diagnose trouble in the building systems or equipment and report abnormal conditions
• Ensure that all work is performed in full compliance with all applicable codes/standards/regulations, work instructions, and established safety standards.
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the City of Richmond Hill’s safety standards and policies
• Work rotating standby and potential alternate shifts, in accordance with the provisions contained in the CUPE Collective Agreement
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma

• Minimum 5 years’ related experience in the control, operation, maintenance and repair of complex building systems and equipment

• BES (Building Environmental Systems) Certified Operator, or an Operating Engineer Class 3 or 4

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Working knowledge of standard computer software applications (i.e. spreadsheets, databases, etc.)
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (i.e. Maximo)
• Working knowledge of pool and arena operations
• Working knowledge of computerized building systems
• Team player with well-developed customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• General knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Familiarity with various regulated operating requirements relating to building systems (i.e. Fire code, TSSA regulations, etc.)
• Able to perform the physical demands of position under adverse weather and site conditions
• Ontario Class "G" Driver’s License in good standing and must provide a satisfactory current Drivers Abstract from the Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector security clearance
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
• The shifts and hours are subject to change at management’s discretion in accordance with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (C.U.P.E.) Collective Agreement.

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