Maintenance Technician Full-time Job

Under supervision of the Assistant Chief (Support Services), this position coordinates the inspection, maintenance and repair of all Department equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives, prioritizes and processes work orders.
• Performs inspections, repairs and maintenance on department equipment, such as self-contained breathing apparatus, fire hose, thermal imaging cameras, detection equipment, dive gear and self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.
• Performs inspections, repairs and maintenance on department turnout clothing, helmets, boots and related personal protective equipment.
• Assists with the development and implementation of a computerized tracking system for all department equipment.
• Performs metal fabrication and welding duties.
• Purchases materials, supplies and equipment, as required.
• Prepares materials and labour estimates, as required.
• Ensures adherence to proper safety procedures and the use of proper protective equipment.
• Works with Department staff to ensure all equipment and work meets applicable standards.
• Works with crews in the performance of annual hose testing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education.
• Five years’ related general maintenance experience.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully, a department-approved self-contained breathing apparatus maintenance and repair certification program and ability to maintain certification.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Thorough knowledge of tools, equipment, construction methods, buildings systems operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of standards and methods of servicing department equipment.
• Knowledge of department purchasing procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all department divisions and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in the operation of a computer for equipment tracking.