Facilities Maintenance Technician - Valemount

Alterra•CMH - British Columbia (Mountain), BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing the day-to-day technical facility requirements of the lodge including routine preventative maintenance and regularly scheduled preventative maintenance tasks. The role also calls for a variety of non-routine maintenance, general property caretaking, and responding to facility emergencies. The Facility Maintenance Technician is required to provide regular feedback and insights to plan for future building and core system needs. Facility Maintenance Technician employees must be team players capable of building strong direct relationships with their area management team and collaborative relationships with all other in-lodge groups and CMH departments. The role requires the ability to work independently, problem solve and troubleshoot a wide variety of tasks in a remote location. Flexibility, effective time management, and strong attention to detail is required. This technical role requires multitasking on multiple fronts to ensure department efficiency and operational readiness of the facility. Solid foundational knowledge and experience in all aspects of facility maintenance is necessary. This includes practical familiarity with all core building systems (power generation, fuel storage and distribution, water/wastewater, and HVAC), plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. This position also requires the regular use of digital asset management software (CMMS) and consistent regular record keeping supporting business needs. Business-like communication skills are essential for carrying out regular interactions with vendors, contractors, and CMH management. Daily use of office computers and various communication devices will be required to support daily activities while supervising 3rd party on-site visitors. This is a full-time, year-round role scheduled collaboratively with area management based on facility needs and agreed employee time commitments.

Requirements

3-5 years of building maintenance experience.
Occupational First Aid Level 1 with Transport.
Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record required.
Experience with small engine repair and routine maintenance for generators, off-road vehicles, chainsaws, and similar equipment.
Experience with general building repair and maintenance as it relates to all core trade applications.
Experience in troubleshooting and performing minor repair of electrical systems and their controls, including high and low voltage AC and DC circuits.
Motivated team player who is willing to pitch in and help others, as required.
Ability to develop co-operative relationships with a variety of diverse individuals.
An understanding and desire to promote equality and respect within the workplace.
Excellent troubleshooting and improvisation skills.
A willingness to learn and develop skills with on-the-job training.
Experience with the operation of off-road vehicles.
Confined space awareness, with a willingness to become trained and certified.
Experience with radio communication and a willingness to comply with required protocols and best practices with regards to radio communication.
Ability to lead and give clear direction.
General knowledge & experience with Microsoft Software as well as an ability to learn other software systems, including the maintenance management software.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
All CMH employees will demonstrate integrity, discretion, and critical thinking, along with adaptability and effective problem-solving skills.
A positive, collaborative working style is essential, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and strategic planning abilities are crucial.
The candidate must be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in a timely manner, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn other relevant software platforms are important, as is the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating seasonal workloads and changing priorities.
The role requires a trustworthy, goal-oriented, respectful, and self-directed individual who can navigate complex responsibilities.
Additionally, the candidate must have the confidence to interact with all levels of the company, including those in remote locations within a hub-and-spoke model.
Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Must be able to stand and be mobile for an efficient 11-hour split shift.
This position may be required to live in a remote lodge environment during work shifts.
Work tasks are performed indoors and outdoors throughout the year and, often, independently.
Confined space entry may be required on occasion with proper training.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; appropriate ear protection is required at times in loud environments.
Remote wilderness travel is required throughout the year.
Interaction with regional wildlife is common while performing work tasks outdoors.
This role is required to respond to facility and operational issues and emergencies while on shift.
Frequently required to climb ladders with the ability to balance while reaching.
Heavy and/or awkward lifting over 60 pounds on occasion, that may require assistance.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and chemicals.
Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, masks, non-slip footwear, gloves, helmet, hearing protection, and eye protection.
Required to regularly educate other staff in the correct use of lodge facilities and equipment.
Required to operate a wide range of vehicles in all seasons – including off-road vehicles, lawnmowers, skid steer loaders, UTV’s, pickup trucks, heavy trailers, and be familiar with the use of tire chains.
Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a regular basis.
This position is required, at times, to work on evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the business.
This position requires travel to remote areas in the British Columbia backcountry at various times throughout the year including travel on logging roads.
Occasional travel is also required throughout the year for company meetings and training.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in a related field.
Long-term apprenticeship in a relevant facility maintenance trade, preferred.
Chainsaw Operator Certification, preferred.
Pool/Spa Operator Certification (CPO), preferred.
Possession and Acquisition License (PAL), preferred.
Class 4 Driver’s License, preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment through competent trade-based skill sets.
Perform custodial duties such as garbage removal, processing of recyclables and composting, snow removal, and general cleaning of workspace.
Manage facility assets through the effective use of the online maintenance management software program including facility records and logs.
Communicate in a business-like fashion with CMH management, suppliers, and vendors by means of email, phone, and other available resources and platforms.
Maintain a clear understanding and compliance with all operational and safety standards.
Take the lead on the CMH Isolated Worker program during non-operating seasons.
Oversee and prioritize maintenance projects and tasks through to completion.
Supervise 3rd party contractors and suppliers on-site, as required.
All employees under the management level will support the implementation of CMH health and safety and sustainability initiatives and participate in training and provide assistance as required during emergency response situations.