Senior Facilities Maintainer

JOB SUMMARY:Reporting to the Supervisor of Public Works, the Senior Facility Maintainer is responsible for maintaining indoor and outdoor municipal assets, buildings, and facilities. Maintenance activities include inspections, minor construction, and repairs to internal and external structures, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Other responsibilities include overseeing and performing snow removal, vegetation management, line painting, sidewalk repairs, asphalt repairs, maintenance and repair to street signs, and other related work.The Senior Facility Maintainer provides training, support, and supervision of seasonal maintenance staff and other departmental staff as required.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensures the efficient and safe operation and maintenance of the following facilities by referencing WSCC regulations, facility operational manuals, industry guidelines, and applicable government regulations. This includes but is not limited to:Public Works Town Garage and Ancillary Buildings.Town Hall.Fire Hall.Visitor Information Centre.Landfill Office and Ancillary Structures.Wastewater and Water Treatment Facilities.Other facilities identified by the Supervisor of Public Works.Maintains municipal assets, buildings, and facilities. This includes but not limited to the following:Inspecting buildings and facilities for needed services and repairs.Maintaining doors, windows, external lighting and other items.Maintaining building interiors and exteriors.Inspect and change out HVAC filters.Inspecting and maintaining building plumbing fixtures.Coordinating building or system repairs/services with contractors and service companies.Repairing and installing street and building signage.Completing crosswalk and other line painting activities.Completing concrete repairs on sidewalks or buildings.Upkeeping of property exteriors including snow removal, mowing and vegetation management.Conducting asphalt repairs.Recording and cataloging maintenance activities.Performs carpentry and other related services. This includes but is not limited to:Building and repairing minor fixtures and fencing.Painting fixtures and buildings.Operating and maintaining carpentry tools and equipment.Supervises, trains and support seasonal and departmental staff by:Providing training to staff regarding operations and maintenance of facilities.Providing leadership and guidance to department staff.Enforcing safe work practices.Assigning tasks and providing guidance to department workers.Assists the Supervisor of Public Works in the general administrative duties of the Public Works maintenance program. This includes but is not limited to:Ensuring preventative maintenance schedules are followed.Recording any new maintenance adjustments or changes that impact regular operations.Reviewing and providing input to the supervisor regarding maintenance activities, as well as logging daily maintenance activities and work orders/reports as needed.Making recommendations for the purchase of goods and equipment in order to maintain inventories levels.Ensures and upholds a safety culture for the operation and maintenance of all Town assets and infrastructure. This includes but is not limited to:Model safe work procedures.Contributing to creating a culture of workplace safety with colleagues and others.Performs other related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:The following knowledge, skills and experience are required for an individual to be able to perform the duties of this position:Education and Experience:Completion of a Journeyman Certification Program in a related trade.Several years of trades and supervisory experience.Job Knowledge Requirements:Sound knowledge of the principles and practices of facility operations and maintenance.Knowledge of carpentry and basic mechanical systems.Knowledge of concrete and asphalt repairs.Basic knowledge of safe operation of motorized equipment and tools.Knowledge of applicable laws, bylaws and policies and procedures.Knowledge of safety practices.Technical Skills & Abilities:Analytical and problem-solving skills.Interpersonal Skills:Customer service skills.Team leadership skills.Supervisory skills.Effective organizational skills.POSITIONS SUPERVISED:This position supervises:Seasonal summer students.PW Labourer as required.WORKING CONDITIONS:Physical Demands:The Senior Facility Maintainer position is a physically strenuous job. The incumbent may be lifting up to 50 lbs, pulling and managing heavy objects.  The incumbent will have to work in all weather, and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold.Environmental Conditions:The Senior Facility Maintainer must work outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. The incumbent may be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary safety precautions.Sensory Demands:There are no unusual sensory demands with this position.Mental Demands:The Senior Facility Maintainer must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule. Coordinating preventative maintenance will require a broad perspective. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress to complete tasks in a limited time.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Position of Trust: criminal records check required.Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.