Maintenance and Facilities Technician

Vaughan, ON
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Company DescriptionLGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK's designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers' analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.Job DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility by performing routine inspections, monitoring building systems, and completing preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability, safety, and compliance. This role documents all work accurately, responds to maintenance requests, troubleshoots issues across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general systems, and supports operational excellence by meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) and contributing to continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesSafe Work

Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in the workplace.
Comply with all health and safety regulations and TRC Environmental Health and Safety Committee guidelines.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Promote a culture of safety and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Complete safety-related work orders (WOs) in a timely manner.
Participate in emergency response activities as assigned.

Maintain and Repair Facility Equipment

Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage and complete work orders. Maintain KPI targets.
Review open WOs and decide on next steps
Troubleshoot and repair maintenance and facility equipment; escalate issues to external service providers when necessary.
Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) to ensure optimal performance of building services.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, hydronic systems, exhaust fans, and other mechanical systems.
Perform general building maintenance, including wall repairs, painting, plumbing, etc.
Maintain the intrusion, security and life safety systems.
Conduct daily inspections and root cause analysis of equipment failures, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Order and maintain inventory of maintenance and facilities spare parts.
Perform ad-hoc tasks - Install, move, and prepare other equipment such as shelving, tables, chairs, fixtures, clocks, whiteboard, locks, signage, etc.
Respond to emergencies and resolve facility-related issues promptly.
May be required to fulfil leadership duties for certain maintenance and facilities associates.
Communicate regularly with the M&F Manager for any “hot” issues and WOs to be prioritized and addressed immediately
Ensure all team members are completing WOs and PM in a timely manner
Provide improvement suggestions and initiatives for Continuous Improvement

Perform Additional Duties

Support special projects and complete other tasks assigned by management.
Maintain 5S.
Participate in on-call work and after-hours work if required.

Qualifications

3 to 8 years of experience in building operations and maintenance, including hands-on work with:

Steam generation systems
Chillers
Hydronic systems
Air-handling units
Exhaust systems
Life safety equipment
Security systems
Walk-in refrigerators and freezers
3 to 8 years of experience with BAS (Building Automation Systems), with at least one of the following certifications/licenses:

BES (Building Environmental Systems) Class 1 & 2 Certificate
Or HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing License preferred

Competencies Required

Excellent interpersonal, along with strong electronic, written and oral communication abilities
Ability to work on collaboration & teamwork with others
Good job knowledge with excellent analytical skills, with high attention to detail
Technically competent with strong problem-solving skills
Self-starter and good self-management skills to manage multiple tasks
Provide new initiatives and suggestions for improvements
Knowledge of the department's computer applications, including but not limited to FileMaker Pro, eMaint, IFS, DesigoCC, JCI Smart Connect, Rees, Kantech, etc.

Role Dimensions

Interact well with key customers - synthetic chemists, analytical chemists, shipping, janitorial, glass washing, and safety and hazardous waste department.

Direct Reports

None

Physical & Work Conditions

Ability to lift to 70 lbs.
Will be required to climb ladders and use elevating platforms.
Ability to work within confined spaces.
Ability to wear required PPE, including an N95 mask.
Ability to work at heights.
Available to work outside standard business hours as required to support site operations.

Additional InformationPay range for this role is:Minimum: CAD $70,000/ yearlyMaximum: CAD $100,000/ yearlyThe salary range provided covers the minimum and maximum amounts projected for this role. The base salary will be influenced by factors like experience, skills, and location.ABOUT LGC:LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing critically important components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers' products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.OUR VALUES * PASSION

CURIOSITY
INTEGRITY
BRILLIANCE
RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESLGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard these factors.For more information about LGC, please visit our website#scienceforasaferworld

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