Facilities Maintenance Technician - Toronto

Only for registered members Toronto, Canada

1 day ago

$30,000 - $38,000 (CAD)

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the community and development of young artists? Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is excited to invite applications for the full-time, permanent position of a Facilities Maintenance Assistant. · This is a fantastic opport ...

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic team that supports the transformative power of dance across all ages and abilities.

About Us:

Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives.

NBS has 300+ employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training, community engagement, and groundbreaking health initiatives. NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion and continuous growth.

The Role:

Reporting to the Facilities and Security Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of the School's physical environment.

The Facilities Maintenance Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of duties to maintain and repair the School's buildings, equipment, and grounds.

The Facilities Maintenance Assistant will also assist with preventative maintenance tasks, carry out minor repairs, support office moves, and help with room setups for meetings, events, and performances.

The Facilities Maintenance Assistant would be working on a rotating shift schedule for both weekdays and weekends, it may also be necessary to respond to emergency situations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with keeping facilities in good working condition, reporting issues and anomalies to the Facilities and Security Manager
Provide waste management services across campus
Provide porter services for package deliveries across campus
Complete minor equipment and building repairs by following the School's maintenance procedures; utilizing a variety of basic trade skills such as painting and cleaning
Set up and rearrange offices, meeting rooms, studios and residence rooms by installing office and bedroom furniture, tables, chairs and presentation equipment for meetings and various special events
Assist ground maintenance in maintaining the exterior of the buildings by removing ice and snow from walkways and parking areas, and picking up litter and debris from NBS property
Maintain a safe working environment by complying with all procedures, rules and regulations
Perform other duties as required to achieve the objectives of the Facilities and Operations department

Skills and Qualifications:
Basic technical and mechanical knowledge to complete routine maintenance and repairs
Analytical skills to troubleshoot and diagnose problems
Capable of lifting 50lbs comfortably. May require moving furniture, minor repairs/construction, clearing of snow and ice, etc
Basic oral and written communication skills to execute instructions and understand colleagues and staff
Ability to deal diplomatically with colleagues, staff, and the public
Ability to correctly and safely operate basic tools
Ability to take accurate measurements and perform simple mathematical calculations
Ability to read andunderstand machine diagrams, installation manuals and maintenance/repair manuals
We value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn just as much as experience. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed. If you have strong interpersonal skills, a knack for problem-solving, and a passion for contributing to a creative and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you
Compensation

Salary Range:
$30,000 - $38,000 annually, commensurate with experience and aligned with internal equity.
Total Rewards

Health & Wellness Benefits:
Dental, Health, Paramedical, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Paid Vacation Time starting at 4 weeks
Commitment to Work-Life Balance
Development & Learning Opportunities
Discounted rates for Adult Ballet Classes at Canada's National Ballet School
Discounted rates for all programs and items at our retail outlet
Subsidized lunch and snacks for staff

Collaborative and Inclusive work environment:
Join our EDI Committee or Social Committee and participate in our fun employee events
Our Commitment to Equity & Accessibility
NBS is committed to addressing systemic inequities in every facet of our organization including programs, policies and practices.

It is NBS' top priority to build a remarkable and talented workforce that reflects the diversity of the City of Toronto.

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially welcoming those with diverse intersectional identities who bring unique perspectives and contribute to the diversification of ideas.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

Successful candidates must supply Canada's National Ballet School with a Police Reference Check in accordance with the School's Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Policy; this will be coordinated through the Human Resources Department at NBS.

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