Maintenance Technician

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose Summary:

This position provides assistance in the day-to-day operation of a fully integrated maintenance program that ensures CS(C) facilities are properly maintained; and provides a safe and comfortable environment at all times for clients and employees.

Accountabilities:

Maintenance:

• Is familiar with all aspects of building systems and building operations; is conversant with all safety fire and building codes

• Ensures that established building standards and efficiencies are maintained

• Monitors building equipment to confirm operating at optimal level

• Performs scheduled maintenance

• Maintains all maintenance logs as required

• Maintains compliance with all policies and procedures performing responsibilities effectively as outlined in the job description and as assigned from time to time

• Conducts regular site inspections ensuring that the building(s) equipment and plant(s) meet scheduled and periodic maintenance requirements and contractual services meet expectations; reports to Director of Facilities

• Performs repairs that require basic skills as an electrician carpenter plumber mechanic or painter

• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner at all times

• Maintains and adjusts computerized programs for all systems including but not limited to building automation lighting controls and security access controls

• Responds to emergency conditions and performs assigned duties during emergency evacuations (including drills)

• Responds to emergency calls after hours and reports accordingly

• May perform regular boiler inspections and maintain records

• Ensures contractors performing maintenance have access to required areas and are adequately managed

• Ensures Daily Safety Inspection Checklist is completed

• May monitor improvement and capital projects as requested by the Director of Facilities

• May assist tenants in obtaining required services as assigned by the Director of Facilities

• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities

Administrative:

• Files all contractor maintenance reports and keeps all records accessible in accordance with The Salvation Army Accreditation Standards

• Maintains all required inventories at approved levels

• Maintains an up-to-date position manual

• Refers all expenditures to the Director of Facilities for approval unless arranged otherwise

• Prepares request for purchase order requisitions following established guidelines

Meetings:

• Attends daily departmental meetings with the Director of Facilities

• Attends any other meetings as requested by the Director of Facilities

Annual Responsibilities:

• May provide input in preparing annual operating budget

• May participate in annual safety inspections

• Participates in annual performance evaluation

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week.

• Will be required to work at all CS(C) sites which includes traveling between sites using personal or company vehicle (< 25% travel).

• Machinery noise.

• Working in restricted spaces and heights (performing overhead maintenance and/or repair work up to 35 feet up).

• Varying temperatures (heat/cold) including working outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Exposure to infectious diseases bodily fluids and toxic chemicals aggressive behaviours and verbal abuse.

• Working with moving objects and sharp objects.

• Electrical hazards.

• Dealing with people with aggressive behaviors.

• Work schedule may impact life (weeknights & weekends).

Education and Experience Qualifications:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• High School diploma and completed Building Operator B certificate course or apprenticeship in a related facility operations field (or equivalent if out of province) required.

• Satisfactory Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search.

• Satisfactory Child Intervention Check.

• Alberta Class 5 Drivers License and satisfactory Alberta Drivers Abstract.

• WHMIS training

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training an asset

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Two years of prior related specialized experience focused on building operations including heat plant HVAC and general repairs (i.e. electrical plumbing).

• Experience with small engine repairs is a strong asset.

• Ability to use computers and related technology (i.e. Outlook Word Processing creating and managing EXCEL spreadsheets).

• Good understanding of building operation components (i.e. HVAC DHW Fire Protection system).

Skills and Capabilities:

• Able to proficiently perform necessary maintenance tasks in all or some of the following areas: plumbing electrical drywall painting carpentry.

• Able to climb on and work off ladders at various heights (painting dusting changing light bulbs cleaning eavestrough pruning trees) comfortably as well as perform various maintenance and cleaning tasks from an elevated platform (30 feet above ground)

• Able to apply up to 30 lbs force to move materials equipment tools or parts.

• Able to respond to emergencies after hours (24/7) if required.

• Strong time management skills and able to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to multitask and be flexible to change tasks without prior notice.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.