Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician to join our energetic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all building operations and carries out day-to-day general maintenance duties as they relate to commercial and occasionally, multi-family/residential buildings. Duties include electrical, plumbing and mechanical work (pumps, motors, chillers, boilers, HVAC) and troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on issues such as plumbing, carpentry, small appliances and painting and repairing drywall.

Travels to different properties within a 2 block radius in downtown Winnipeg and immediate area and ensures that buildings are maintained in good physical appearance.

Your hands-on skills and mechanical knowledge will help maintain a safe, efficient, and well-functioning environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the reliability and safety of our operations through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

Responsibilities

- Perform routine inspections of machinery, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC units, and other facility equipment to identify issues early.
- Diagnoses and troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment and performs corrective action/repairs as required.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used for accountability and future reference.
- Assist in installing new equipment or upgrading existing systems to improve operational efficiency.
- Follow safety protocols rigorously to ensure a protected working environment for yourself and others.
- Collaborate with team members to prioritize maintenance tasks based on urgency and operational needs.
- Conducts thorough inspections of the properties to identify hazards and the need for repairs or maintenance to ensure continuous and safe operation of commercial properties.
- Regularly checks building equipment. Checks sump pits daily.



Inspects mechanical equipment; air makeup, belts, motors, filters, condition of hot water tanks, power ventilators. Conducts property walkthroughs to ensure they are working properly.
- Responds to requests for repairs and or service and ensures that they are carriedout in a timely manner. Addresses all work orders from head office.
- Conducts and assists in the preventative maintenance and repairs of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, electrical, elevating devices and life safety systems to ensure they are functional.
- Diagnoses and troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment and performs corrective action/repairs as required.
- Daily maintenance of Boiler room; condition of compressor, pumps, motors, chemical and softening machines, control panels, valves, condition of boilers and expansion tanks, hot water tanks, domestic water system.
- Monitors, daily, fire system and panels; Jockey pump and system pressure, fire panel, system pressure, leaks, false alarms, control panels.
- Inspects fire exit lights, display lights and overall lights in the buildings, daily.
- Tests and logs generators monthly.
- Conducts minor repairs such as changing faucets and toilets, electrical and mechanical issues, replace light bulbs and sockets. Repairs and replaces locks and door handles.
- Prepares surfaces for painting, applies paint or other material such as stain, lacquer and varnish. Measures, cuts and repairs drywall.
- Coordinates with other professionals, such as electricians, plumbers, and contractors.
- Interact with tenants,



governmental officials and all other contractors or tradesmen in a professional, timely and courteous manner.
- Reads schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams to know where equipment or duct work, lights, smoke alarms etc. are in the building.
- Responds immediately to emergency situations and assists with the aftermath. On-call rotation for after normal business hours and emergencies.

Qualifications Join us as a Maintenance Technician and play a crucial role in keeping our operations running smoothly! Your technical skills combined with your proactive approach will help create a safe, reliable workspace where excellence thrives.

- Minimum 3 years of experience in a commercial environment or equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and abilities. Demonstrated mechanical knowledge with experience in maintaining commercial equipment such as HVAC, Chiller operation, automated building and lighting control systems.
- Prior experience in facilities maintenance or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail for noticing potential maintenance issues and implementing preventative measures.
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues methodically and resolve problems efficiently.
- Proficient computer and email skills.
- Basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, fraction decimals, percentages, etc.
- Must be able to read and write in English.
- Customer service skills for professionally addressing tenant complaints and concerns.
- Experience in managing vendors and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations
- Ability to pass a criminal records check.

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits

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

Experience:
- Building Maintenance: 3 years (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Location:
- Winnipeg, MB (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Commercial Building Maintenance Technician (Winnipeg)
🏢 Tollak Place
📍 Winnipeg