Facilities Technician / Maintenance Coordinator

London, Ontario

About Airia:

Airia Brands inc. is part of the Zehnder Group AG, Switzerland a global leader in creating energy-efficient solutions for a healthy and comfortable indoor climate. Airia is the market leader in the manufacture and marketing of residential and commercial HVAC solutions including HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilators) and ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilators). We refresh the indoor air you breathe and exhaust the stale air for a healthier home environment. Our ERV/HRV products are marketed under the Lifebreath brand name.

Job Summary:

The Facilities Technician / Maintenance Coordinator (FTMC) is responsible for managing the successful completion of facilities-related capital projects as well as all maintenance related to facilities. The FTMC will also be responsible for the implementation and daily operation of the preventive maintenance (PM) program, including CMMS operations, work order and small project coordination, as well as spare parts management. The FTMC will manage all facilities-related contracts and supplies/vendors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage capital projects from inception to completion, including justifications, SOW, budgets/quotes, project plans, execution, and commissioning, to ensure the delivery of successful projects.
• Prepare justifications, obtain quotes, and manage works related to any facilities-related requirements and/or requests.
• Support the maintenance of facility equipment – minor repairs, preventive maintenance, etc.
• Respond to facilities-related emergencies on an “on-call” basis.
• Lead the implementation and use of CMMS and the development of a site-wide PM program.
• Implement preventive maintenance, liaise with service providers, perform regular inspections of equipment and supplies, and diagnose/fix machinery faults.
• Lead the development and use of a spare parts database/system.
• Assist with ordering spare parts and communications with suppliers.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure that facilities are in optimal operation.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of heating, electrical, and air conditioning equipment, and replace filters. Identify and report more complex maintenance issues.
• Manage relationships and act as the “point of contact” with contractors/vendors related to the facilities and general site services (i.e., phones, grounds, etc.).
• Ensure contracts are in place for contractors/vendors associated with facilities and site services.
• Review service provider contracts periodically to ensure competitive pricing and services.
• Follow safe working practices and make appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Post-secondary education in a technical-related field is preferred.
• Strong project management experience, with a proven track record of successfully leading complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing facility-related projects.
• Strong team player with superior problem-solving skills.
• Ability to keep track of and report on activity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available to work as required with an “on-call” component.
• Versatility and ability to multi-task.
• Mechanical competence: Must be able to read mechanical schematics to identify parts, troubleshoot mechanical problems; disassemble and reassemble equipment.
• Computer experience: Maintenance Management software; Microsoft Suite of products; email; etc.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Courses in mechanical drawing, woodworking, electricity, and blueprint reading, would be advantageous.
• Willing to learn new skills and/or enroll in continuous education courses.
• Relevant licenses and certificates may be required.
• Repair work experience.
• Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment.

How to Apply:

Applicants are invited to submit their resume by email to hr@airiabrands.com. We thank all applicants; however only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise Human Resources.