Title:  Facilities Technician (12 Month Contract)

Facilities Technician - 12 Month Contract

Ref: 27348

Waterdown, Ontario

Tasks to be Accomplished

• Ensures a safe work environment in conjunction with the company’s joint EH&S committee
• Ensures that all electrical, mechanical, HVAC systems and fire safety equipment are functioning properly, assist in troubleshooting in the event of failure.
• Provides MACs (Move Adds & Changes) to accommodate staffing requests and employee growth
• Provides prompt response/ solutions to all facilities / maintenance work order requests
• Completes daily/weekly/monthly tasks, inspections to ensure the facility is fully operational, clean and properly maintained
• Complete necessary repairs and or liaise with designated outside contractors to ensure cost effective preventative maintenance as well as routine building maintenance work
• Document SOPs that is in-line with maintaining a safe work environment
• Document and electronically file all related maintenance work
• As needed working with the Facilities Manager overseeing the installation of new equipment/ furniture systems (during and off regular business hours)
• Assist in emergencies (during the day or after hours/weekends) to ensure the protection of employees and premises. Has knowledge of emergency response procedures.
• Assist in managing emergency situations and having the ability to handle stressful conditions
• Able to work on a rotational on-call basis to support after hour situations- if necessary.
• Reports any and all safety hazards concerns to management and actions the necessary remedy in a safe manner  
• Adhere to and enforces strict building security guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills Required

• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of building maintenance, mechanical and electrical systems
• Knowledge of CMMS is desirable
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings.
• Customer Service oriented
• Performing physical activities that require full mobility and strength, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling/installing of materials
• Flexibility to respond to changing requirements

Experience & Education Requirements

• 1 to 2 years facilities/maintenance experience
• Community college courses in building maintenance, or equivalent experience
• Proficient computer skills
• Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and show initiative in proactively addressing facility problems
• Flexibility in hours of operation is required
• Driver’s License and vehicle to get to various Wescam facilities.

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