Maintenance Mechanic - Handyperson

Position: Maintenance Mechanic

Location : Whitby

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Facilities Maintenance team is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the operation, maintenance, cleanliness, and appearance of the facility and surrounding property.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct routine building and property inspections. • Complete preventive and demand maintenance, including filter changes, belt replacements, lubrication, equipment inspections, and utility room cleaning. • Monitor and assist with the operation and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, BAS, life safety, pumps, generators, boilers, and related building systems. • Perform minor repairs, including clearing drains, replacing faucets and lamps, resetting breakers, and replacing small pumps or motors. • Respond to alarms, service requests, and equipment deficiencies promptly. • Record completed work in the customer’s maintenance management system. • Coordinate subcontractors and maintain an inventory of supplies and materials. • Perform janitorial, landscaping, groundskeeping, and seasonal maintenance duties as required. • Cut grass, trim vegetation, edge walkways, and maintain trees, shrubs, fence lines, and exterior grounds. • Remove leaves, branches, litter, and other debris. • Plow entrances, walkways, gates, and emergency exits. • Apply salt or other approved de-icing materials and monitor changing weather conditions. • Operate landscaping and snow removal equipment safely.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Three to five years of experience in building operations, facilities maintenance, janitorial services, landscaping, or a combination of these areas. • Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, BAS, and general building maintenance. • Relevant technical, facilities, custodial, or building operations training is considered an asset. • Previous landscaping and snow removal experience is considered an asset.

SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to safely operate maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal equipment. • Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills. • Ability to work independently and respond to changing operational needs. • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at heights. • Ability to lift up to 30 kg. • Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract. • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance, including a five-year background check.