Maintenance technician
University of Toronto’s Department of University Family Housing – CS based in St. George, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Maintenance technician. University of Toronto’s Department of University Family Housing – CS focuses on providing housing for university-affiliated families. It offers rental accommodations tailored to the needs of students, staff, and faculty with families. The department manages and maintains these units to ensure quality living conditions. It plays a key role in enhancing family life within the university environment. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: University of Toronto
Department: University Family Housing – CS
Division: VP – Operations and Real Estate Partnerships
Position: Maintenance technician
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $27.57 hourly
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services
Location: St. George, ON, CA
Shift: 3:00pm – 11:30pm
Requisition ID: 38789
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Grade 12
Experience: Candidates should have three years experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently and capable of working outdoors in inclement weather conditions
- The candidates should have proven ability to effectively and safely use and operate small hand tools, power tools, ladders, and elevated platforms
- The candidates should demonstrate the physical and technical ability to perform required duties
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess technical training that may be substituted for experience and demonstrate mechanical aptitude and experience performing a variety of building maintenance tasks
- The candidates should have knowledge and experience in building maintenance and repair practices, with the ability to become familiar with building operations, floor plans, equipment, and related health, safety, and cleanliness standards
- The candidates should be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations applicable to this work
- The candidates should be able to communicate effectively in English (oral and written) and use tools such as cell phones, pagers, and radios with tact, courtesy, and patience while dealing with clients and staff computer skills
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to perform maintenance duties to ensure the building, fixtures, and equipment are maintained to standard and are in good working order, including repairing or replacing and adjusting equipment, fixtures, furniture, and appliances; minor carpentry or woodwork hardware replacement and repair; light replacement; and more
- The candidates should be able to conduct general maintenance of lights, equipment, and building fixtures, including general building maintenance tasks such as appliance repair, flooring or ceiling tile repair, and minor residential painting
- The candidates should be able to maintain internal signage and inspect, maintain, and repair all Vingcard hardware troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment and complete work orders and special projects
- The candidates should be able to perform visual inspections of the building, equipment, fixtures, and appliances, reporting any issues as needed, and maintain all accessibility operators in good working order
- The candidates should be able to clear entrance ways of snow and ice, lay salt, perform preventative maintenance, check fire and safety equipment, and report items requiring specialized repair
- The candidates should be able to observe, correct, and/or report any health and safety concerns, follow established protocol during fire alarms, and maintain accurate and timely records of work completed
- The candidates should be able to liaise with supervisors, administrative staff, and students to ensure work orders and maintenance are executed to local and University Building Standards and Health and Safety standards in a timely and safe manner
- The candidates should be able to respond to requests from building occupants and contractors, provide supplies or services related to building maintenance, and properly store and maintain an inventory of materials and equipment
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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