Facilities Technician

If you are a qualified Electrical Technician or Ticketed Electrician and looking for a unique opportunity, LCS is currently recruiting for an individual to join our Facilities Team in a leadership role. We offer competitive wages, health and dental benefits, a generous pension program and opportunities for professional development.

**Organizational Overview**:
Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School is a leader among Canada’s independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience on one of the largest waterfront campuses in the country. Of our total student population of 425, we have 280+ students who live on campus, coming from over 45 countries. LCS is a coeducational high school committed to its mission of challenging and enabling students to reach their individual potential in mind, body, and spirit.

A challenging academic program prepares our high school students to pursue their post-secondary passions in a variety of fields. Our spectacular 315-acres campuses, located just 1.5 hours northeast of Toronto, allow students to be outdoors every day, enjoying a variety of sports, arts, co-curricular programs and experiential learning opportunities across the curriculum. Lakefield College School has a proud 144-year history of educating some of Canada's finest young leaders. Our graduates go on to successful careers in all aspects of business, politics, social services, academia, and the arts. We are particularly proud to have been the alma mater for His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain and four Rhodes Scholars.

**Position Summary**:

- The Facilities Technician - Team Leader is responsible for overseeing a team of Technicians in the delivery of preventative and corrective maintenance, routine and on-demand services for assigned facilities. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Facilities Technician - Team Leader is also responsible to perform general maintenance duties in support of the Facilities team.

**Core Responsibilities**:

- Utilize third-party software for all maintenance requests, respond to requests, update software and record when work is complete and record time taken to perform tasks
- Perform physical tasks such as: electrical and lighting installations, small drywall repairs, lifting and moving objects up to 50 lbs, setting up for events
- Order supplies and materials as required and work within budget restrictions and requirements
- Engage outside contractors to complete work in buildings upon receiving proper budget authorization. Oversee the work of outside contractors and inspect completed work prior to approving payment
- Operate, maintain and make minor repairs to equipment and machinery. Make recommendations related to the purchase of new equipment
- Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act; use or wear any equipment, protective devices or clothing required by law to handle, store, use, dispose and transport any equipment, substance, tools, material, etc.
- Organizing and updating drawings/manuals and other documentation as required

**Skills**:

- Ability to perform manual labour, involving lifting (approximately 50 pounds), bending, pushing and reaching above the shoulders, perform minor repairs to machinery and equipment
- Familiar with the operation of shop machinery, equipment, power tools and hand tools
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and organizational skills

**Education and Experience**:

- Ontario Secondary School Diploma required
- Minimum five years’ experience in a facilities/maintenance environment
- Previous experience leading or supervising a team considered an asset
- Possess a valid Class “G” Driver’s License, with clean driving abstract
- Requires a clear Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector checks
- Overtime/on-call and weekend support will be required

**H**ow to Apply**:

- Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses._
- We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations._
- Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue t