Maintenance Technician

**Job Purpose**:
Franchise Management Inc. (FMI) is looking to hire an individual who lives by our corporate values of **Heart, Integrity and Drive** to fill the position of **Maintenance Technician**. The role of the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance and repair for our restaurants. The incumbent completes general carpentry, basic plumbing, HVAC PM, gas and electrical maintenance work as required. The Maintenance Technician also performs basic repairs and maintenance on the mechanical operating systems and equipment found within the restaurants. This is a field position that will require daily commuting to various locations.

**What you will do**:

- Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment, refrigeration and HVAC systems as needed
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance tasks 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
- Prepare and paint interior and exterior surfaces as required
- Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventive maintenance program and departmental procedures
- Troubleshoot, install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment
- Perform basic maintenance and repairs on the various mechanical operating systems found at Franchise Management Inc., including HVAC systems, air conditioning systems, etc.
- Inspect the premises for burnt out light bulbs - ensure these are replaced immediately
- Change HVAC and air conditioning filters as needed
- 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
- Repair and rebuild complex commercial HVAC and environmental systems, touring and inspecting regularly.
- Oversee outside contractors and HVAC technicians to ensure timely service and performance.

**What you bring to the role**:

- Post-secondary school diploma in a related field or completion of a craft apprenticeship, or equivalent
- HVAC certification and G1/G2 certification or Gas Technician 2 license are preferred
- 3 years of work experience in building maintenance considered an asset
- Ability to create alternative solutions to problems
- Excellent time management and project management skills
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets

**Who are we?**

**The Franchise Management Group of Companies (FMI)** is one of the largest franchise owner/operators in North America with over 300 locations. We own numerous franchised restaurants operating under the Pizza Hut, KFC, Taco Bell and Panera Bread brands (among others). With over 6,000 employees, FMI is an aggressively growing best-in-class organization, with our Business Support Centre located in Woodstock, New Brunswick.

**Our Values**:
Heart, we collaborate because success will only happen as a team. The growth of our people is the key to our success. | Integrity, we are true to our word and hold ourselves accountable to any commitment we make. We believe how we get there matters. | Drive, we know that our business is a marathon with no finish line. We pride ourselves in being best in class in all that we do.

**Why work for FMI?**
- You’ll surround yourself with a team whose members are committed to being the best at what they do.
- You’ll have a flexible work environment.
- You can enroll in our comprehensive benefits package and RRSP contribution plan.
- You’ll enjoy quarterly meals cooked by our Leadership Team, as well as monthly events for all staff
- Career growth, development, and continuous learning opportunities within a positive and inclusive work culture.
- Opportunity to be involved in FMI events that give back to our community.
- Workperks discounts for various venders across Canada and US and Discounts at all our brands.
- Educational assistance plan & Bursary Program.

**Diversity & Inclusivity**:
**Job Type**: Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)