Overview
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our team in ensuring the optimal operation and safety of our manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills. The Facilities Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in maintaining facility integrity, supporting production uptime, and delivering excellent customer service within our operations.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the facilities and equipment maintained by Rideau Transit Maintenance. Duties typically include:
Monitoring facilities, electrical and mechanical equipment, building automation, and other facility systems by conducting regular facility walkthroughs and inspections.
Performing maintenance, cleaning, and repairs to facilities, mechanical and electrical equipment, and other confederation line assets.
Coordination and support of facility maintenance subcontractors, ensuring limited disruption to the system, safety, and quality of workmanship.
Ensure availability of safe passage throughout maintained facilities. This includes removal of debris, water, and snow from all facilities grounds as needed.
Respond to service requests and on demand maintenance and perform or arrange routine and emergency service on facility equipment and systems, as necessary.
Develop and document inspection and maintenance routines and standard work procedures in a start-up environment.
· Perform work in accordance with established procedures and risk management practices to ensure safety and maximum levels of facility availability in accordance with the requirements of the project agreement.
Record status of maintenance and repair work within RTM’s Computerized Maintenance Management System.
Ensures work completed meets response time and quality requirements as set forth by management.
Comply with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, risk management, fire protection requirements, and union agreement.
Generate daily report of shift activities, to be given to the senior FMT.
Responsible for following driving policies and maintaining drivers license in good standing.
All other assigned duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma and trade certifications. A combination of education and work experience will be considered.
Experience in a facility maintenance role in an industrial environment is an asset.
Equipment and system troubleshooting and resolution skills.
An aptitude and comfort in using diagnostic computer systems and software.
Familiarity with a Centralized Maintenance Management System.
Acquired competency required in mechanical and electronic systems.
Experience in providing high quality service to customers & good interpersonal relationships.
Good judgement & effective in solving practical problems, responds quick, calmly, and appropriately to emergency situations.
Demonstrate an ability to work efficiently in an unsupervised environment.
Demonstrate a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental mindset.
Previous experience within rail transit or rail transportation industry considered an asset.
Experience or certifications such as Forklift, Fall Arrest, working at heights, etc.; are assets.
Experience working in a LEED certified facility.
Ability to work independently, under pressure and adapt to constant change.
Job Conditions:
Willing to work shifts in a 24/7 environment.
Provides on-call/standby duties and emergency callouts as required.
Personal protective equipment is required to be worn as part of this role.
Valid drivers’ license required to perform work at multiple sites.
Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces
Willing to work in an outside environment as required including during times of inclement weather.
Candidates will be subject to pre-hire and ongoing medical testing to ensure that the bona fide occupational job requirements are met.
Please be aware that this is an entry level position.
Pay: $34.14 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
