Facilities Maintenance Technician

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain the preschool building, foster home building, and grounds in top condition to ensure their full and productive use. • Carry out general repairs and maintenance to the property. • Oversee and coordinate approved maintenance and renovation projects with third-party contractors. • Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve facilities upkeep and maintenance issues. • Ensure maintenance duties and projects are well organised and effectively communicated to NCVO staff. • Assist NCVO staff with facilities management tasks as requested. • Work independently and responsibly while adhering to all applicable health and safety procedures and regulations. • Clean and/or wash removable air-conditioning filters and replace them when necessary. • Assist with grounds maintenance, including planting and caring for shrubs, pruning, and use of a chainsaw and strimmer. • Perform ad hoc supervisory duties and manage maintenance-related issues for others. • Where appropriate, use vocational/trade knowledge to support and teach foster care residents who express an interest in learning practical, hands-on skills. • Initiate and complete work orders. • Assist with budget preparation and ensure approved budgets are followed. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS • 3–5 years of proven experience as a maintenance technician or in a related field. • Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods. • Working knowledge of hand and power tools, common appliances, and devices, including their safe use and the ability to demonstrate and teach safe use. • Basic plumbing and electrical skills, with in-depth knowledge of general maintenance procedures. • Experience with basic building repairs, pressure washing, and janitorial duties. • Experience in building and grounds management; experience with school custodial services or equivalent is preferred. • Knowledge of various maintenance areas and the ability to advise on the appropriate type of contractor for a particular job. • Manual dexterity, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. • Good physical condition and strength, with willingness to work overtime when required. • High school diploma or equivalent. A certificate in building maintenance technology or a related field is an asset. • Health and safety training and First Aid certification. • Valid driver's licence. • Basic understanding of English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Friendly and approachable attitude towards all persons. • Self-driven, responsible, and able to demonstrate initiative. • Willingness and ability to teach foster home residents basic maintenance skills if they express an interest. • Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.