Maintenance Technician - HVAC

LK Apartments•Waterloo, ON

50d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician - HVAC is responsible for performing routine and preventative maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently and that the physical condition of properties is maintained to company standards. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative property management team. The successful candidate will have solid working knowledge of HVAC systems, along with general skills in building maintenance, repairs, and safety practices.

Requirements

Secondary school diploma or equivalent
Gas fitter 1 and 313A refrigeration license are required
Minimum of 2 years of related maintenance or building operations experience
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Strong maintenance skills with the ability to safely use tools and equipment
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Availability for a flexible schedule, including on-call rotations as required
Demonstrates a professional, respectful, and calm demeanor when interacting with residents, tenants, and team members
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Responsibilities

Respond to and complete maintenance requests as assigned, reporting progress and updates to the Property Manager
Maintain accurate maintenance records, including maintenance logs and boiler room logs, documenting work completed, time spent, and materials used
Perform general maintenance and repair tasks, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and basic electrical work
Inspect, clean, and repair building fixtures and components such as lights, locks, windows, doors, screens, walls, floors, gutters, and drains
Operate, monitor, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC equipment and related systems
Conduct daily preventative maintenance activities, including inspections of garbage chutes, storage areas, boiler rooms, and secured entry and exit points
Ensure maintenance issues are resolved in a timely manner and in accordance with work order requests
Order supplies and materials as required, retaining receipts and submitting documentation to the Property Manager
Track and itemize materials purchased, assigning costs to the appropriate unit or project
Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours emergencies, including maintenance issues, lockouts, and other urgent matters
Perform other duties as required to support property operations