Monday to Friday-40hrs/week with occasional evening, weekends and/or on-call (Flexibility as needed)
REPORTS TO:
Facilities Manager
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a multi-purpose, multi-program facility that functions as community centres for the Deaf and as a non-profit charitable provider of services for the Deaf. The organization exists to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. Our perks include but not limited to robust benefits program (for eligible employees), access to sign language classes, employee rewards & recognition program, comprehensive training and development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the community.
Reporting to the Facility Manager, the Maintenance Specialist is responsible for all maintenance work required within the residential, day program and administration facilities.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Performs repairs to residential homes/apartments, day program and administrative facilities according to requests in a timely manner
Investigate ambiguous repair request to find root problems
Effectively communicates repairs required and provides explanation if they are not completed
Seeks approval before completing work outside of regular maintenance
Submits and adheres to a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for approval and execution
Notifies the Facility Manager if the costs are going to exceed budgeted estimates
Ensures Facility is kept up to date with the work required/completed within designated work sites
Performs general repair work for residential and business facilities
Ensures work follows the Ontario Building Code
Completes repairs and maintenance work safety, according to schedule, within budget, and with respect for people in the residential setting or work site
Ensures that completed work meets the specified standard and is completed within the time frames agreed upon
Recommends cost saving strategies, enhancements and streamlining to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance
Assists in development of priorities for action, especially when resources are insufficient to meet all service objectives
Ensures invoices and receipts are submitted with the relevant documentation and according to an agreed upon schedule
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of Grade 12 with appropriate certification in small repairs and maintenance
Position may transfer to different locations based on business needs
Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code
Committed to ongoing professional development
Experience working with the Deaf community is an asset
Possesses valid Class G Driver's License
Positively promoted and maintains the vision, mission and policies of the organization and the people it supports
Maintains confidentiality and engenders trust
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Possess sound judgement and problem solving skills
French language/LSQ an asset