Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Dawson City, Yukon Territory

$35.00 an hour - Permanent, Full-time, Year-Round.

About Our Opportunity

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Maintenance Person is responsible for ensuring the efficient turnaround time of carrying out material and equipment installations, renovations, repairs, and servicing in the following areas – carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting and ventilation, on properties owned and operated by DCGS.

As an ideal candidate, you are a strong team player with a good work ethic and strong interpersonal skills. You have experience in mechanical maintenance or another trade with skills in Carpentry/ Infrastructure, preventative maintenance, and mechanical repairs. You are physically fit with the ability to lift, carry loads and can keep up with the fast pace Operation. You have a strong commitment to health and safety and pay attention to detail. You have a practical mind and mechanical aptitude.

The Key Technical Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for Carpentry/Infrastructure, preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment and machinery in a safe and timely manner. They will also be responsible for performing or arranging for general maintenance throughout the facility in conjunction with contractors or other associated personnel. Carpentry/Infrastructure work and equipment maintenance hold equal weight on site.

Primary Accountabilities

• Carry out assessment and preventative maintenance to all assigned buildings, appliances, fixtures, utilities and equipment in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain properties under the jurisdiction of DCGS, including walkways, Decks, driveways and parking areas, drainage systems, curbs and gutters.
• Prepare and complete documentation such as work orders, vehicle reports, maintenance logs, inspection reports and inventory records.
• Upgrade, Repair Rental Housing as required Seasonally.
• Operate motor vehicles, motorized equipment and power tools used in the trade.
• Respond to after-hours maintenance calls while participating on the standby duty roster.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent, plus 3 -5 years’ experience in building and property maintenance or a related field. Must be able to perform basic tasks in carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting and drywall.
• Ability to operate electrical and mechanical tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks using good body mechanics.
• Knowledge of residential building technology, basic knowledge of National Building Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.

Assets

• Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications.
• Knowledge of computer systems is beneficial.
• Forklift Certification and BOBCAT operations.
• First Aid/CPR

Competencies required at this level of work are Adaptability, Teamwork, Problem Solving, and Time Management.

If you are a team player, who is passionate about improving our operating buildings, you are the candidate we are looking for to join our team. We will assess qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver’s abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, eligibility, DCGS offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental provided By Yukon Government, Vacation Pay and Employee and Family Assistance Programs with subsidy on Housing by DCGS.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift.
• Monday to Friday.
• Over time Paid (@1.5 of regular Hourly Pay).
• Statutory Holidays
• When Job requires, some weekends and nights may be scheduled.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Housing allowance
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 3 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

• St. John's, NL (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• St. John's, NL: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person