Facilities Lead Hand - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Construction, Energy and Facilities Management

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Project Managers, Operations team, Clients and liaison with contractors, consultants, and inspectors to ensure that duties for a full range of maintenance repairs, inspections, testing, calibrations and certifications on facilities and systems equipment, buildings, related grounds and equipment are carried out within the CE&FM portfolio.

Assist to coordinate and document internal staff and external contractor staff day to day work assignments, seek quotations and make arrangements for site of systems access to ensure an active repair and preventive maintenance program including related filing, legislative record compliance and entering of data in to systems and databases.

Ensure that all work is carried out in compliance with applicable Acts, Regulations and policies. Responsible for maintaining a parts inventory including ordering and researching cost effective alternatives. Assist with the training of staff and provide input for budget management, facilities upgrades etc. as required.

Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment, systems, facilities, grounds and applicable systems within the Construction Energy & Facilities Management, Facilities portfolio.

Operate Regional vehicles and aerial devices according to Highway Traffic Act, Public Commercial Vehicle Act, Working at Heights and all other applicable legislation and Regional guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Completion of Grade 12 plus trade schooling as required for the completion of a Certificate of Qualification.
Completion of an Apprenticeship Program from a recognized College or Trade school/Association in a related field Millwright 433A, Electrician, Plumber, HVAC, Gas Technician Level 2 and maintain valid trade certifications as required by College of Skilled Trades or equivalent
Trade certifications in Facilities Maintenance related fields will be considered
Building Environmental Systems (BES) Certificate Level 1 or Level 3 Facilities Technician is considered an asset
The following training courses, licenses and certifications are required or must be completed within the first year (and maintained where applicable);
Bio hazardous Spill Response training;
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) training;
Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid;
Forklift Operating training;
Lockout/tag out training; and
Working at heights training.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 5 years working experience as journeyman level in related trade field.
Minimum of 4 years' experience working in a facilities maintenance role is required following the work experience gained through the trade certification program.
Minimum of 1 year experience in leading, coordination and or delegating work in a maintenance field is required
Minimum 2 years' Experience with inspection, troubleshooting and minor maintenance of HVAC and boiler systems (gas fired) is required
Working knowledge of Ontario building code, Ontario Fire Code, and C Emergency Electrical Power Supply for Buildings.
1 year Experience with inspection, troubleshooting and minor maintenance of gas fired and diesel engine generators is required
1 year Experience with inspection, troubleshooting, calibrations and minor maintenance of monitoring equipment and instrumentation and other electrical devices is required
1 year Experience with inspection, troubleshooting and minor plumbing repairs is preferred.
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