What does a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic (255W) do?

Facilities Mechanics maintain building equipment and system components, including those for heating/ventilation and domestic appliances. They also inspect and perform maintenance on plumbing, air conditioning, and low-voltage electrical systems; inspect fire safety equipment; maintain the building envelope, roofing, and exterior; and perform grounds maintenance.

Job Related Skills, Interests and Values

Learning about and applying various health, safety, building, and fire codes and regulations
Operating and maintaining hand/power tools and equipment; inspecting fire safety equipment
Inspecting and maintaining electrical and A/C systems, plumbing, water treatment systems, domestic appliances, and laundry systems; troubleshooting heating and ventilation systems
Performing grounds maintenance
Writing clear, concise reports and service documents; preparing work orders
Communicating and liaising with fellow workers, supervisors, contractors, clients, skilled trades people and company representatives

What Preparation and Training Do You Need?

Secondary school diploma required; math, science, and English credits recommended
OYAP, co-op, or technical credits in Electrical or Welding would be definite asset
Completion of a 5,520-hour apprenticeship, including on-the-job and in-school training
Those with 6,000 hours on-the-job experience but no apprenticeship may be eligible for Certificate of Qualification

What's Your Future as a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic (255W)?

Full-time; evening, weekend, or emergency work possible
Indoor and outdoor work sites
Employers include hospitals, hotels, parks and recreation departments, school boards, universities, shopping malls, industrial facilities, and residential buildings

Wage Rate

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers average $19.00 per hour.

Self-Rating

Facilities Maintenance Mechanic (255W)

Ask Yourself:	Yes	No
Do you have good hand-eye coordination? Is it easy for you to spot differences in size, shape, contour or form?
Do you like to work on different tasks every day? Do you enjoy working in a team environment?
Are you able to read blueprints and measurements accurately?
Are you able to follow Health & Safety guidelines?
Are you able to lift more than 50lbs? Are you able to stand or sit for long periods of time?
Are you able to work indoors and outdoors? Do you have great communication skills?
Are you reliable, a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision?

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic may be for you!

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