Facilities Assistant

Full-time, permanent

The Facilities Assistant provides general maintenance of the physical facilities, resource support for day to day operations, and maintains a clean and safe building for an optimal learning and work environment.

The salary for this role is $42,500.

Essential Functions: 

• Set up, adjust, and clean rooms for classes and special events (Gallery openings, Evening Public Lectures, conferences etc)
• Empty garbage, recycling, and compost from building exterior and interior
• Clean and re-stock washrooms
• Respond to and clean spills, breaks and accidents as needed
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs around the building (faucets, lights, etc)
• Call and schedule outside service providers and tradespeople for major repairs
• Check product supply levels and reorder as needed
• Manage facility storage rooms and provide access for staff and contractors
• Share supervision of the student employee team with Building Manager
• Function as the lead trainer for student employee team
• Monitor and confront suspicious persons and escort them off the property, calling the RCMP as necessary
• Respond to emergency situations (security, blocked drains, leaks etc)
• Act as the level 2 Occupational First Aid attendant (training will be provided)
• Paint and touch up the building interior, specifically classrooms
• Replace ceiling tiles, light bulbs, and ballasts in the building
• Shovel and salt walking areas during the winter as needed
• Assist faculty and staff members in moving office furniture and offices
• Other duties as assigned by the HR Coordinator and Building Manager

Qualifications

• Understands and supports the ethos and mission of Regent College as articulated in the Theological Position
• Experience in Janitorial Services and or General Maintenance is strongly preferred
• Experience with Health and Safety and First Aid is strongly preferred
• Has a basic level of mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Is able to identify and use general tools 
• Can lift up to 30lbs frequently 
• Can be on their feet and walk large distances over the course of a day
• Is reliable, dependable and able to work independently 
• a mature, flexible, and adaptable attitude to respond to needs around the College
• Is curious about how things work 
• Has a flexible and adaptable attitude to respond to needs around the College
• Is able to plan out daily and weekly activities and tasks
• Is able to anticipate needs before they arise
• Demonstrates excellent soft skills when dealing with clientele of the College—students, employees, visitors, vendors etc.
• Is able to use email and Microsoft Word and Excel as a basic level

Application Process

Applications must include a resume and a cover letter including eligibility to work in Canada. The application deadline is November 6th at 12:00 pm. To submit your application, please email: [email protected].