Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job summary

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems. They will also manage preventive maintenance programs, oversee contractors, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Job details

Facilities Maintenance Technician, Level D Job Code: 45183 Location: Toronto (Don Mills) Schedule: 9/80 Alternate About the Role The Facilities Maintenance Technologist is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility infrastructure, building systems, and some production support equipment. This position requires a highly skilled maintenance professional with strong HVAC, electrical, and mechanical expertise who can work independently, lead technical troubleshooting activities, develop maintenance procedures and SOPs, coordinate contractors, and provide emergency response support as required. Primary Responsibilities Technical Building Systems Support Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of facility and building systems. Provide technical expertise for HVAC equipment, building automation systems (BAS), electrical distribution systems, controls, mechanical equipment, and utility infrastructure. Support the operation and maintenance of: HVAC systems and controls Electrical distribution systems Pneumatic and hydraulic systems Pumps, motors, and rotating equipment Manufacturing and production support equipment Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve system reliability. Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical blueprints. Maintenance & Reliability Develop, coordinate, and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility and production support equipment. Maintain inspection records, maintenance logs, and compliance documentation. Utilize SharePoint systems to track work orders, asset history, maintenance schedules, and key performance metrics. Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance processes. Maintain inventory of maintenance parts, tools, and critical spare components. Contractor & Vendor Management Coordinate and oversee contractor and vendor activities on site. Obtain quotations, review scopes of work, and provide recommendations for maintenance and facility projects. Ensure contractors comply with company safety policies, work permits, and regulatory requirements. Verify completion and quality of contracted work and ensure proper documentation is maintained. Periodically work with landlord on building issues. Facilities Operations & Projects Support facility, modifications, equipment installations, and office moves. Assist with planning and execution of capital facility projects. Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize disruption to business operations. Support initiatives related to facility performance and operational excellence. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, environmental regulations, health and safety requirements, and corporate standards. Participate in audits and inspections and maintain documentation required to support compliance activities. Promote a strong safety culture through proactive hazard identification and risk mitigation. Required Capabilities Minimum 7-10 years of experience in facility maintenance, building operations, manufacturing maintenance, or a similar industrial environment. Demonstrated experience supporting complex HVAC and electrical systems. Experience in managing contractors and service providers. Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Work in a clean room environment would an asset. Desired Education and Experiences Minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or degree Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Building Systems Technology, Facilities Management, or a related technical discipline. or Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. Licensed trade certification in HVAC, Refrigeration, Electrical, Millwright, or related discipline is considered a strong asset *This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $90,000 to $100,000 #LI-BD1

What you’ll do

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems. They will also manage preventive maintenance programs, oversee contractors, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have 7-10 years of experience in facility or industrial maintenance with strong expertise in HVAC and electrical systems. A technical degree or trade certification in a relevant discipline is highly desired.

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Asset Management · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• HVAC maintenance
• Electrical distribution
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Building automation systems
• Preventive maintenance
• Predictive maintenance
• Contractor management
• SOP development
• Equipment repair
• Pneumatic systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Blueprint reading
• Facility operations
• Safety compliance
• Asset management
• Technical documentation
• Maintenance Scheduling
• Facility Repair And Maintenance
• Emergency Response
• Maintenance Coordination
• Business Operations
• Risk Mitigation
• Rotating Equipment
• Planning
• Refrigeration
• HVAC
• Auditing
• Blueprinting
• Cleanrooms
• Building Management System
• Building Codes
• Contractor Management
• Electric Power Distribution
• Electrical Systems
• Environmental Laws
• Facility Management
• Hydraulics
• Inventory Management
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Performance Metric
• Predictive Maintenance
• Quotations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Safety Culture
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Systems Controls
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Wiring Diagram

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Energy
• Construction
• Facilities Maintenance Technician
• Building and General Maintenance Technician
• Odd Job Persons
• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General