Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician - Toronto, ON
**About Equiton**:
Equiton Living is a privately owned, full-service property management company that provides quality, well-maintained apartments across Ontario. Hands-on, proactive management, highly trained and experienced staff, relationship-oriented business practices, and continued reinvestment in our properties are the keys to our success. Our focus is on creating an environment people love to call home. The Equiton Living team is grounded in sound, professional real estate practices and building-maintenance operations. We attract diverse, talented people and create an atmosphere that rewards initiative, independent thinking, and integrity.
**About the Position**:
The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance and repair for our Ravine Park & Toronto Core (Cedarwood Suites, Ava Manor & Almore Apts) properties. The incumbent completes general carpentry and electrical repair and maintenance work as required. The Building Maintenance Technician also performs basic repairs and maintenance on the mechanical operating systems.
**Key Functions and Responsibilities**:

- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines and equipment
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance tasks as required
- Conduct general carpentry functions
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment while performing duties
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
- Participate in various aspects of building maintenance requirements, including updates
- Set priorities for preventive maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work
- Maintain adequate supplies for the maintenance department
- Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required
- Perform regular workplace inspections to determine areas that need maintenance or repair
- Ensure that any required maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely manner
- Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventive maintenance program and departmental procedures
- Repair electrical locks and control panels to maintain building security
- Troubleshoot, install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment
- Initiate safety concerns and makes judgment on the best methods of completing tasks
- Perform basic maintenance and repairs on the various mechanical operating systems found at Equiton Partners Inc, including furnace systems, air conditioning systems, etc.
- Replace broken windows, repair doors, door locks and closets, install/replace window blinds, etc.
- Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures
- Maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures
- Any other duties as required

**Required Skills and Abilities**:

- Must be able to schedule and prioritize work for self.
- Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
- Exhibit initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.
- Able to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail.

**Education and Experience**:

- High school diploma
- Minimum 1 year experience in the operation and maintenance of buildings.

**Predictive Index**:
**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**:
In addition to being dedicated to building a workforce that leverages diverse talent, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible experience where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer that values a culture that reflects and celebrates diversity of thought, background and experience. If you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, etc.), please let us know, so that we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank you for applying, however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.
**Our Core Values**:
**Integrity**: Rigorous adherence to a set of moral and ethical standards focused on respect, honesty, and fairness.
**Accountability**: Individual responsibility for delivering on our commitments and being accountable for our decisions, actions, and results.
**Expertise**: Offering the highest level of professional expertise, quality service and knowledgeable insights.
**Customer Focused**: We recognize our customers are the reason for our success and know by putting their needs first, we foster trusting, long-term relationships.
**Entrepreneurial Spirit**: Focusing on a growth mindset, continuous improvement, embracing change, and recognizing goals are achieved through dedication and hard work.
Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role.