Building Maintenance Worker

Duties: 

• Grounds maintenance, replace light fixtures, exit and emergency lamps;
• Inspect, repair and/or replace circulation pumps, sump pumps, roof top units and air handling units, heat pumps, hot water tanks and other related equipment;
• Inspect and maintain air compressors;
• Install, assemble, move and/or repair office and classroom equipment;
• Inspect, test and coordinate refills of fire extinguishers;
• Inspect and maintain emergency eye wash and shower stations;
• Repair leaks and clear plugged sewers/drains;
• Inspect exterior building envelopes and roofs for possible signs of failure and rectify as possible or make recommendations for repairs;
• Repair, inspect, adjust doors locks, panic hardware and equipment associated with doors;
• Maintain access system hardware;
• Assist in coordinating the work of service providers;
• Install and evaluate seismic restraint devises;
• Safe use and operation of manual and power hand tools;
• Paint and repair drywall;
• Install and remove whiteboards, bulletin boards, tack board, install shelving;
• Repair/replace toilets, sinks, faucets, flush valves, washroom dispensers and other equipment associated with plumbing systems.

Position may include frequent exposure to undesirable environmental conditions such as confined spaces, attic spaces and outdoor work in inclement weather. The position also requires the use of safety equipment when appropriate.
Respond to emergencies and after-hours requests (part of emergency response team and snow/ice removal). This position includes on-call responsibilities as part of the job duties. Candidates must be able to be a part of a rotational on-call list. On-call schedules will be communicated in advance. This position is included in the Operational Needs group (CUPE Article 28.12).

Required Qualifications:

• Building Environmental Systems Technology Certificate or equivalent building maintenance-related certificate. Minimum five years' relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• General Carpentry work experience.
• General HVAC working experience.
• Good computer skills and ability to use building information systems over standard web-based interfaces.
• General building maintenance experience.
• Ability to coordinate complex maintenance tasks involving multiple contractors onsite with tight timelines.
• Comfortable calling contractors, soliciting quotes and recommending work to their supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems.
• Must be physically fit as work requires the performance of duties resulting in physical fatigue caused by frequent moderate physical activity and intermittent periods of heavy physical activity.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Journeyperson certificate in a building related field and additional building related trade skills (carpentry, painting, drywall, electrical, plumbing, and heating).
• Certification or confirmed safe handling and operation of skid steer loader, forklift and bucket truck with fall restraint training would be an asset.
• Mechanical maintenance experience in a commercial setting.
• Comprehensive commercial building maintenance experience.
• Working with/around commercial electrical or electronic systems.