Maintenance Worker

**Job Objectives**:
Tornado is dedicated to innovation, competence and efficiency, leading ultimately to high levels of product quality and customer satisfaction. The Maintenance Worker is a key member of the team responsible for overseeing day-to-day maintenance and repair of our facility, tools and non-mobile equipment and assisting with our inventory of new truck chassis. By ensuring that the facility and equipment supports the work of the Company, they contribute to the smooth functioning of the manufacturing process and all other aspects of the enterprise.

Tornado values a positive and constructive attitude toward work. We measure these expectations in punctuality, consistent and regular attendance, positive and respectful relations, and effective teamwork with colleagues. Our employees respect the processes and procedures that we have put in place, and we in turn value the contributions and improvements they can offer within that framework.

**Relationships**:
Reports to: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Lead

Supervises: N/A

Internal Contacts: Purchasers, Supervisors, Production Workers

External Contacts: Suppliers, Contractors

Key Responsibility Areas:
**Facility Repairs/Upgrades**:

- Performs maintenance on a wide variety of building elements, including compressors, air conditioning and furnaces, plumbing, lights, fans, doors, and electrical systems (120 V).
- Responds promptly to requests for immediate needs for repair or maintenance.
- Performs hands-on fabrication within the building and outbuildings.
- Performs updates and upgrades to the existing facility including light construction, drywall and painting.

**Tool and Equipment Repair**:

- Uses hand tools, and power tools, for general repair and maintenance.
- Assists in the repair of tools and equipment from other departments.

**Preventive Maintenance Program**:

- Works with the Supervisor - Maintenance, and other client departments, to develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.

**Truck Inventory**
- Moves and organizes in the yard inventory as required.
- Ensures proper maintenance of trucks, charging batteries, ensuring trucks are winterized, removing snow, etc.

**Projects / Other Assignments**:

- Works on related projects or initiatives as assigned.
- Helps to provide Lawn Maintenance and Snow Removal.

Qualifications:
**Education**:

- Grade 12

**Experience**:

- Comfort and familiarity with using hand and power tools.
- Experience in some of the following areas: carpentry, basic electrical wiring, plumbing, equipment repair, drywall, painting and various handyman duties.
- Building Maintenance System; HVAC systems
- Commercial and/or Residential Property maintenance is preferred

**Certification**:

- A valid Class 3 Drivers License with airbrake endorsement is an asset.
- Safety certificates as required.
- Provide a drivers Abstract

**Computer Knowledge**:

- Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel

Competencies (skills, abilities, knowledge):

- Takes satisfaction in a job well done.
- Undertakes tasks from beginning to full completion and clean-up.
- Able to follow instructions and directions, and to make decisions independently as required.
- Demonstrates attention to detail and work quality.
- Shows the capacity to solve problems with ingenuity.
- Demonstrates a commitment to their safety and the safety of all workers.
- Physical capacity to lift, climb, and spend considerable time standing.
- Ability to multi-task

Working Conditions:

- Work will frequently be in a shop environment which may be dusty and noisy, and present a variety of hazards.
- The Maintenance Worker may be required to work indoors or outdoors, and in a variety of weather conditions including snow, rain and extreme heat or cold.
- Worker must provide their own CSA-approved steel-toed boots, and clothing appropriate to conditions. Other PPE and specialized gear will be provided.
- Consistent use of all necessary PPE is a requirement of this position.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person