About the role
Position Summary
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Facilities Maintenance will be responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, reliability, and appearance of facility infrastructure, equipment, and grounds. This hands-on role performs preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs across a variety of disciplines, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical, and general building maintenance activities. This is a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, efficient, and well-maintained facility while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities
Perform routine inspections of facility infrastructure, building systems, and equipment to identify maintenance requirements. Complete preventative maintenance activities to ensure the reliability and longevity of facility assets. Troubleshoot and perform repairs on building systems, including lighting, doors, plumbing fixtures, HVAC components, and general facility equipment. Perform basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical repairs as required. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair situations. Maintain facility appearance and functionality through general upkeep and repair activities Assist in the implementation of waste reduction, recycling, energy conservation, and water conservation programs. Support environmental compliance requirements and company environmental objectives. Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders, and contractor documentation Coordinate and communicate with third-party contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure work is completed safely and effectively.
Schedule contractor activities and provide facility access as required
Safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment to support facility maintenance activities Perform all work in accordance with company health, safety, and environmental policies.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions
Help manage Hazardous and Non-Hazardous waste.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary education in Facilities Maintenance, Building Operations, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, or a related field is considered an asset Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environments. Proven experience performing preventative maintenance and general facility repairs. Experience with basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical maintenance activities. Demonstrated experience operating forklifts in an industrial environment.
Ability to maintain accurate records, work orders, and maintenance documentation
Well developed problem solving skills Self-motivated and dependable who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Strong organizational and time-management skills Hands-on with strong mechanical aptitude Professional and customer-service oriented when interacting with employees, contractors, and other third parties.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment and perform physically demanding maintenance tasks. (Forklift, Crane, and other equipment) Certification will be provided in house.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions
Pay Range is typically between $23.14 to $31.51 per hour
Please note the wage information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Accessibility Statement
G&W Canada Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
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About G&W Electric Co.
Since 1905, G&W Electric has helped power the world with innovative power systems solutions and products. With the introduction of the first disconnectable cable terminating device in the early 1900s, G&W began to build a reputation for engineering creative solutions to meet the needs of systems designers. Solutions which today have extended far beyond cable accessory products and into the latest in solid dielectric and SF6 insulated switchgear, solid dielectric insulated reclosers, system protection equipment, distribution automation solutions, and distribution and transmission cable accessories.
Today's G&W combines extensive research and development with ISO 9001:2008 certified quality systems in both its manufacturing and design process. Add to this the latest in manufacturing equipment, an extensive global sales organization and experienced customer response teams and you have a powerful resource. One which is ready to work with you on your specific system requirements. G&W's headquarter operations is a testament to the company's commitment to quality.
Headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, USA, the plant covers more than 371,000 square feet and represents a showplace of modern engineering, manufacturing and marketing technology.
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About the role
Position Summary
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Facilities Maintenance will be responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, reliability, and appearance of facility infrastructure, equipment, and grounds. This hands-on role performs preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs across a variety of disciplines, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical, and general building maintenance activities. This is a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, efficient, and well-maintained facility while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities
Perform routine inspections of facility infrastructure, building systems, and equipment to identify maintenance requirements. Complete preventative maintenance activities to ensure the reliability and longevity of facility assets. Troubleshoot and perform repairs on building systems, including lighting, doors, plumbing fixtures, HVAC components, and general facility equipment. Perform basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical repairs as required. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair situations. Maintain facility appearance and functionality through general upkeep and repair activities Assist in the implementation of waste reduction, recycling, energy conservation, and water conservation programs. Support environmental compliance requirements and company environmental objectives. Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders, and contractor documentation Coordinate and communicate with third-party contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure work is completed safely and effectively.
Schedule contractor activities and provide facility access as required
Safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment to support facility maintenance activities Perform all work in accordance with company health, safety, and environmental policies.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions
Help manage Hazardous and Non-Hazardous waste.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary education in Facilities Maintenance, Building Operations, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, or a related field is considered an asset Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environments. Proven experience performing preventative maintenance and general facility repairs. Experience with basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical maintenance activities. Demonstrated experience operating forklifts in an industrial environment.
Ability to maintain accurate records, work orders, and maintenance documentation
Well developed problem solving skills Self-motivated and dependable who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Strong organizational and time-management skills Hands-on with strong mechanical aptitude Professional and customer-service oriented when interacting with employees, contractors, and other third parties.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment and perform physically demanding maintenance tasks. (Forklift, Crane, and other equipment) Certification will be provided in house.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions
Pay Range is typically between $23.14 to $31.51 per hour
Please note the wage information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Accessibility Statement
G&W Canada Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
Not the right fit? Search for Facilities Maintenance jobs in Brampton, Ontario, Canada
About G&W Electric Co.
Since 1905, G&W Electric has helped power the world with innovative power systems solutions and products. With the introduction of the first disconnectable cable terminating device in the early 1900s, G&W began to build a reputation for engineering creative solutions to meet the needs of systems designers. Solutions which today have extended far beyond cable accessory products and into the latest in solid dielectric and SF6 insulated switchgear, solid dielectric insulated reclosers, system protection equipment, distribution automation solutions, and distribution and transmission cable accessories.
Today's G&W combines extensive research and development with ISO 9001:2008 certified quality systems in both its manufacturing and design process. Add to this the latest in manufacturing equipment, an extensive global sales organization and experienced customer response teams and you have a powerful resource. One which is ready to work with you on your specific system requirements. G&W's headquarter operations is a testament to the company's commitment to quality.
Headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, USA, the plant covers more than 371,000 square feet and represents a showplace of modern engineering, manufacturing and marketing technology.