Facilities - Trades Helper - Winnipeg, Canada - Winnipeg Airports Authority

Winnipeg Airports Authority

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Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Job Title:
Trades Helper

Reports to:
Supervisor, Structural Maintenance

Closing Date:
May 20, 2024

The Organization

Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is a community-based, non-share capital corporation responsible for managing, operating, maintaining, and investing in Winnipeg Richardson International Airport.

WAA's vision is to lead transportation innovation and growth. With our community, we provide excellent airport services and facilities in a fiscally prudent manner. Delivering on our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Service Excellence.

The Opportunity

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Structural, Building Mechanical and Airport Operational Systems or the guidance of a Journeyman Tradesperson; the Trades Helper will assist with the scheduled maintenance, construction, alteration, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of building structural, mechanical, and electrical equipment systems and facilities.

Responsibilities include:

Performs schedule preventative maintenance and inspection of airport equipment, electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC systems and structures under the guidance of a Journeyman Tradesperson by:

Reviewing preventative maintenance work order cards issued and carrying out the tasks indicated.
Reporting malfunctions and/or problem areas on maintenance work order cards and recommending corrective action.
Assessing the work order and determining the tools, instruments, equipment, materials, etc required to carry out the required maintenance.
Inspecting equipment, systems, and structures to establish condition reports used for planning future maintenance requirements.
Erecting scaffolding and temporary hoarding structures
Coordinating work times with tenants/customers and others so as not to interrupt daily operations.
Total clean up of work areas and equipment upon completion of work
Carries out inspections on Air Terminal Building, Administration building, Powerhouse and other small buildings.
Estimating time and materials for all work
Writing detailed condition reports
Moving office furniture
Installation and removal of office partitions
Installation of pictures and plaques
Janitorial related clean up tasks in industrial areas
Installation of banners, posters, and event related signage
Coordinating work times with tenants/customers and others so as not to interrupt the daily operations.
Assisting other trades as required
Recording all work, time, and materials on a computerized maintenance management system
Total clean up of work areas and equipment upon completion of work
Deployment of proper barricades and signage to warn and protect the general public and others from the work area.
Selecting and estimating quantities and amounts of materials required.
Keeping up to date WHMIS material safety data sheets for products either working directly with or working in proximity to MSDS
Researching materials and availability or products for purchase action by Supervisor
Purchasing and pick up of materials and equipment.
Escorting of contractors and working with as required
Providing technical advice on general issues related to duties of a trades helper.
Estimating time and material for all work
Reporting all unsatisfactory or unsafe conditions to Supervisor
Working alone as required
Working shift work as and when required

Selection Criteria include:

Completion of Secondary School pr professional certification in a related field preferred
Trades school preferred
Minimum 2 years of construction related job experience and/or experience assisting a skilled trade person. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
Familiarity with construction practices and processes
Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work occasional overtime and standby shifts on a rotational basis for critical system maintenance.
Minimum class 5 driver's license, with the ability to obtain an Airport Vehicle Operator's Permit and restricted radio/telephone license.
Ability to prepare basic reports and use MS Office Suite

Work with us

Highly competitive salary.
Full Benefits package of Health, Dental & Vision.
DC Pension Plan.
Healthcare Spending Account to use on additional benefit expenses.
Lifestyle Spending Account to use on Wellness expenses such as health and fitness.
Employee Assistance Program.
Supported Training & Development opportunities.
Opportunity to work with a high functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio; and
Awarded Manitoba's Top Employers 13 consecutive years.

Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card.

Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.