Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Manager, Parks and Surface Area Operations,the
Parks Technician is responsible for the security, use and maintenance of all equipment and vehicles. This would include; preventative and demand maintenance to all equipment, machinery and vehicles stored in the shop and compounds. All equipment and vehicles are to be maintained in a safe, clean and operational manner for use at all times. Along with the use and operation of the preventative and demand maintenance system.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance and Security
- Completes and maintains inventory of supplies, fuels and equipment, which include informing manager when additional items are needed and ensuring their timely availability to maintain equipment and facilities.
- Maintains equipment and vehicle records on repairs made, parts ordered, and parts inventory.
- Keeps all equipment and vehicles clean, operational, safe, and properly stored at all times.
- Ensures equipment and vehicle storage facilities are neat, clean, and organized for safe and efficient use.
- Uses and understands the existing computerized, wireless preventative and demand maintenance system (ACML).
- Operates heavy machinery, such as skid-steer loader, backhoe loader, forklift, and aerial work platforms.
- Will be required to have or become certified at Working at Heights.
- Cleans areas, facilities, and related items (ex. storm drains, litter, fields, etc.) for purpose of removing hazards and preventing flooding.
- Maintenance tasks as required. Ex: Cold patching roadways, Indoor and Outdoor Painting, Sign maintenance throughout Park Space.
- Completes snow removal and de-icing tasks.
- Prepares for all types of events in client’s grounds and facilities including set up and take down of equipment and furnishings.
- Carries out duties that meet Health & Safety standards and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Communicates and ensures good customer service to members of the public, tenants, and other staff.
- Maintains and operations of client’s property and facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills
- Completion of High School Diploma.
- Familiarity with the operation and use of a computerized preventative and demand maintenance systems (ACML).
- Strong organizational ability as it relates to equipment maintenance, storage and use.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment, i.e. skid-steer loader, forklift, and aerial work platforms.
- Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s “G” License.
- Must have familiarity and/or training in health & safety, including the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations applied to this work.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in property maintenance preferred.
- Ability to bend, reach, stood and lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
- Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
- Must be available to work weekends/holidays/overtimes as required.
- Holds a valid First Aid & CPR certification (or willing to acquire certification).
