This role is a newly created position and represents a new vacancy within the organization.
Role Purpose/ Summary:
To focus on overseeing our existing maintenance programs and initiatives; taking responsibility for the physical buildings, grounds, equipment, and ensuring excellence in preventive maintenance.
About us:
Decibel is a consumer-focused cannabis company focused on delivering products that delight customers through a commitment to robust innovation and product quality. Leading brands General Admission, Qwest and Vox are among its portfolio sold both across Canada and as well as internationally, creating a true global footprint. Decibel operates a processing and manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta, an EUGMP cultivation, processing and manufacturing facility in Chatham, Ontario and cultivation facility in Battleford, Saskatchewan.
Our culture:
We foster a collaborative work environment that is supportive and encouraging. We do not believe in the dated culture of a dog-eat-dog workplace – we’re all in this together and we fundamentally believe that success and learning are team accomplishments. We celebrate the collective and believe every role on the team is pivotal – regardless of years of experience.
Our current team is close knit. Anyone who joins the team will be a compliment to the positive, determined energy that flows through dB. You can expect to learn a lot quickly, from passionate and experienced individuals who are committed to supporting your growth.
We live by our “Actions to Live By”. We Grind (persistence and resourcefulness), We Craft (taking care in every detail) and We Care (inclusive and passionate about our business).
Key responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the operations of all facility infrastructure, equipment and physical property.
- Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of facility infrastructure including machinery, equipment and electrical and mechanical systems (including but not limited to cooling towers, RO water system, general HVAC (RTU's, HRVs) and Micro-cool humidification system.
- Support Engineering team with DHU and BMS system installation, maintenance, and repairs.
- Collaborate with Engineering team to set up and install equipment and infrastructure for studies and retrofits.
- Plan, organize and direct administrative services such as signage, maintenance, parking, safety inspections, security, snow removal and landscaping.
- Inspect all building systems and equipment regularly to identify and correct any deficiencies and problems.
- Oversee and direct the maintenance team to ensure operational maintenance tasks are completed as scheduled, including issuing work orders.
- Oversee the Preventive Maintenance program to ensure all PM's are completed and documented as scheduled.
- Verification of all maintenance tasks, building systems and equipment prior to signoff to ensure that tasks are completed properly and, in their entirety.
- Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical problems when detected and establish a corrective / repair plan.
- Establish corrective / repair plan, including scheduling maintenance persons and/or contractors and submitting budgetary requests as needed.
- Maintain parts inventory and critical spares lists.
- Inspect and commission the boilers in winter and all air conditioning units and cooling towers in summer.
- Collaborate with senior management to plan and manager aspects of the facility's operational budget, resource allocation and capex budgets.
- Maintain security system and fire suppression system.
- Develop and implement schedules and procedures for safety inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
- Working alongside HR, to hire and oversee training and supervision of maintenance staff as required.
- Maintain contractor relationships and be the main point of contact for all external trades.
- Provide project management for all on-site projects as it relates to the infrastructure, equipment and physical property.
- Provide detailed project management updates regularly, time frames, costs and any project notables.
- Other duties as required by your direct manager.
What we can offer you:
- Very Competitive base salary
- Group health and dental benefits through Group Source
- Huge opportunities for career progression as our organization continues to grow
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of trade or building management experience required
- HVAC and/or Plumbing Certification is considered an asset
- Building Operator Certification (BOC) is considered an asset
- CPR and First Aid Certification are considered an asset
- Proficient knowledge in the following areas: Government regulations specific to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and City bylaws that pertain to building operations and maintenance
- Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and collaborate in a team environment
- Ability to lift upwards of 40 to 50lbs repetitively
- Knowledge of the cannabis industry is an asset but is not required
