Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
The role provides skilled assistance in the day-to-day operation of a fully integrated Maintenance: program that ensures that assigned TSA facilities are properly maintained and the environment is safe and comfortable at all times for clients and employees.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.
1. Maintenance: Duties:
• Is familiar with all aspects of building systems and building operations; is conversant with all safety, fire, and building codes.
• Ensures established building standards and efficiencies are maintained.
• Monitors building equipment to confirm operating at optimal and safe level.
• Performs scheduled Maintenance:.
• Conducts regular site inspections ensuring that the building(s), equipment, and plant(s) meet scheduled and periodic Maintenance: requirements, and contractual services meet expectations.
• Performs repairs requiring basic skills as an electrician, carpenter, plumber, mechanic, or painter.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner at all times.
• Maintains and adjusts computerized programs for all systems, including but not limited to, building automation, lighting controls, and security access controls.
• Responds to emergency conditions and performs assigned duties during emergency evacuations (including drills).
• Responds to emergency calls after hours and report accordingly.
• Ensures contractors performing Maintenance: have access to required areas and are adequately managed.
• Ensures Daily Safety Inspection Checklist is completed.
• Assists in furniture assembly and moves.
• May monitor improvement and capital projects as requested by the Facility Manager.
• May assist tenants in obtaining required services as assigned by the Facility Manager.
• Maintains compliance with all policies and procedures, performing responsibilities effectively as outlined in the job description and as assigned from time to time.
• May participate in annual safety inspections.
2. Administrative:
• Files all contractor Maintenance: reports and keep all records accessible in accordance with The Salvation Army Accreditation Standards.
• Maintains all Maintenance: logs as required.
• Maintains all required inventories at approved levels; takes inventory as assigned by supervisor.
• Follows established procedures and documentation for inventory tracking.
• Assists supervisor as assigned in preparing schedules for repairing and maintaining the facility.
• Develops and maintains an up-to-date Maintenance: Technician position manual.
• Refers all expenditures to the Facility Manager for approval unless arranged otherwise.
• Prepares request for purchase order requisitions following established guidelines.
• Completes and maintains monthly reports/logs as required by accreditation standards, and legislative/health and safety.
• Attends daily departmental meetings and other meetings as requested by the Facility Manager.
• Attends monthly coaching.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Internal: Team members in the program, manager(s) and/or director(s).
External: Contractors and service providers.
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct reports: None.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT:
• Minor material responsibility. Is a good steward when using Maintenance: supplies and equipment and ensure they are properly stored.
• The incumbent has responsibility for the wise use of his/her own resources.
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Varying temperatures (heat/cold) including working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Traveling between sites may be required (if the role is not performed in one location) using personal or company vehicle (< 25% travel).
• Working with moving objects and sharp objects.
• Machinery noise.
• Electrical hazards.
• Working in restricted spaces and heights (performing overhead Maintenance: and/or repair work up to 35 feet up).
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and toxic chemicals, aggressive behaviours, and verbal abuse.
• Work schedule may impact life (weeknights & weekends).
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
• High School diploma and completed Building Operator B certificate course or apprenticeship in a related facility operations field (or equivalent if out of province) required (1 year program).
• Satisfactory Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Satisfactory Child Intervention Check.
Experience and Knowledge:
• Two years of prior related specialized experience focused on building operations, including heat plant, HVAC and general repairs (i.e., electrical, plumbing).
• Experience with small engine repairs is a strong asset.
• Ability to use computers and related technology (i.e., Outlook, Word Processing, creating, and managing EXCEL spreadsheets).
• Good understanding of building operation components (i.e. HVAC, DHW, Fire Protection system).
Skills and Capabilities:
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Represent the organization in a professional, and engaging manner.
• Respectful behaviour and positive attitude to tenants and clients to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere and successful relationships.
• Drivers License and satisfactory Driver’s Abstract (for some roles).
• Able to proficiently perform necessary Maintenance: tasks in all, or some, of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry.
• Able to climb on and work off ladders at various heights (painting, dusting, changing light bulbs, cleaning eavestrough, pruning trees) comfortably as well as perform various Maintenance: and cleaning tasks from an elevated platform (30+ feet above ground)
• Able to apply up to 30 lbs force to move materials, equipment, tools, or parts.
• Able to respond to emergencies after hours (24/7) if required.
• Strong time management skills and able to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible to change tasks without prior notice.
Hours may increase on a temporary basis during the summer (May-September) to support summer camping ministries.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $19.09 to $23.87 with a maximum of $28.64.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.