Facilities Technician

Six Nations Polytechnic•Brantford, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Facilities or Designate, the Facilities Technician maintains safety, good order and appropriate service level standards of cleanliness and appearance at Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP). Adhering to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, the Facilities Technician ensures routine cleaning and basic maintenance duties are completed, contributing towards providing a safe and accessible, invitingly clean, and comfortable campus environment through service excellence. The Facilities Technician is required to perform all duties consistent with the governance values and operating policies of Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) while fostering positive relations with staff, students, stakeholders, and the community; contributing to a culturally supportive teaching, learning and work environment consistent with Hodinǫshǫ:nih/Rotinonhson:ni values of Ga’nigohi:yo:/Kanikoriio (Respect and the Good Mind).

Requirements

Completion of high school. High School Diploma or equivalent.
Over 1 years and including 3 years of experience in commercial cleaning including major institutional sectors, such as education, post-secondary education, medical/hospital or service industry
WHMIS training and experience using hazardous workplace materials, including chemical cleaning products, and powered/ non-powered equipment and tools, including floor polishers, vacuum cleaners, and floor scrubbers.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, contributing to a respectful and culturally supportive work environment.
Original Criminal Background Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) prior to the first day of work at Six Nations Polytechnic, and an Offence Declaration that is satisfactory to SNP by their first day of employment at Six Nations Polytechnic.

Nice To Haves

Applicants from Six Nations and other Indigenous communities will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

Responsibilities

Maintaining outer premises by mowing lawns
Performing maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks, etc.) and transporting required materials
Escalating any custodial, maintenance and/or safety issues to the Facilities Supervisor
Ensuring timely opening of facilities in the morning (unlocking doors, disabling alarms, turning on lights)
Ensuring secure facilities after hours (locking doors, closing windows, setting alarms)
Providing evening and occasional daytime/weekend access to facilities
Ability to travel to and perform duties at both the Ohsweken and Brantford campuses
Performing cleaning and sanitizing duties at campus locations, including general office areas, classrooms, washrooms, floors, windows, doors, fixtures, and entrances
Ensuring cleaning and custodial work duties are completed daily in accordance with completion deadlines, taking into consideration traffic flow and special events
Ensuring all areas are made and remain tidy, including entrance ways
Monitoring and informing the Facilities Supervisor of adequate levels of custodial supplies
Ensuring cleaning equipment is ready for use and in good repair
Appropriately using chemicals, materials, powered and non-powered equipment and tools and required personal protective equipment in accordance with WHMIS regulations
Vacuuming, sweeping, washing, dusting, and spot-cleaning all areas and surfaces
Ensuring daily removal of refuse and recycling
Disposing of occasional bio-hazardous waste in a compliant manner
Maintaining outer premises by watering plants, cleaning entrances
Complying with the SNP campus procedural manual
Verify vendor or renter access against approved work orders, booking schedules, or access lists
Monitoring vendor activity to ensure adherence to designated areas and campus protocols
Redirecting unauthorized individuals and providing clear instructions regarding access boundaries
Reporting repeated non-compliance or security concerns to the Facilities Supervisor or Security
Documenting incidents and notifying appropriate personnel
Record completed tasks, deferred tasks, time spent, materials used, and any notes requiring follow‑up
Reassign or reprioritize tasks based on daily building needs and document rationale
Provide the Facilities Supervisor with brief summaries of daily issues, supply needs, and upcoming task priorities