Building Maintenance Technician

Our Niagara Falls base client is seeking a **Building Maintenance Technician **to join their team.

**About The Role**

As a **Building Maintenance Technician**, you will be responsible for the hands-on maintenance of select building systems, building assets, guest rooms, public spaces, and property grounds. This position is vital to the organization’s success with the overall goal of maximizing our employee and guest experience.
- Type_: Full Time | Permanent
- Schedule_: Morning, Day, Afternoon Shifts | Occasional Overnight | available between 6am to 11pm | Weekends, in rotation | Holidays, in rotation
- Hours_: 40 hour work week | Occasional Overtime
- Education_: High School (prefered)

**What They Offer**
- $18.50 to $21.50 per hour, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive health benefits, including dental and vision care.
- Onsite parking.
- Discounted or free food.
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development.

**Your Impact**
- Perform preventative maintenance including, but not limited to, minor plumbing repairs, grouting, caulking and tile repair, paint and wallpaper repairs, carpet repairs, fixture replacement or basic repairs, basic HVAC maintenance, and ensure amenities are in good working order.
- Ensure that Company’s preventative maintenance program is monitored and maintained, which will include trouble shooting and problem solving.
- Ensure that the pool and surrounding area is maintained following Company standards.
- Ensure all grounds and buildings are properly maintained and present a professional appearance to the public and are safe for guest use, which include, but is not limited to, cutting grass, trimming trees, maintaining flowerbeds, raking leaves, sweeping, cleaning and hosing sidewalks and driveways, picking up litter, salting, sanding, and shovelling.
- Ensure that all kitchen equipment works adequately and conduct minor repairs as necessary.
- Ensure that the safety of the guests and staff is assured by strictly adhering to the fire code.
- Implement and adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined by the Company.
- Respond to guest demands to address immediate issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned based upon business need or at the result of management.

**About You**
- 2+ years ‘hands on’ general institutional or industrial building maintenance experience.
- Plumbing, electrical, and/or mechanical experience a definite asset.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
- High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise a diverse workload.
- Must be available to work mornings, evenings and weekends at schedule rotates amongst maintenance staff.

**How You Join**

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under _the Ontario Human Rights Code_ and the _Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)_ throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Westridge HR to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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

**Salary**: $18.50-$21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3L8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- building maintenance: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person