Maintenance and Facilities Technician

Overview

LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034.

Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility by performing routine inspections, monitoring building systems, and completing preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability, safety, and compliance. This role documents all work accurately, responds to maintenance requests, troubleshoots issues across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general systems, and supports operational excellence by meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) and contributing to continuous improvement.

• Safe Work
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in the workplace.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and TRC Environmental Health and Safety Committee guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Promote a culture of safety and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Complete safety-related work orders (WOs) in a timely manner.
• Participate in emergency response activities as assigned.
• Maintain and Repair Facility Equipment
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage and complete work orders. Maintain KPI targets.
• Review open WOs and decide on next steps.
• Troubleshoot and repair maintenance and facility equipment; escalate issues to external service providers when necessary.
• Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) to ensure optimal performance of building services.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, hydronic systems, exhaust fans, and other mechanical systems.
• Perform general building maintenance, including wall repairs, painting, plumbing, etc.
• Maintain the intrusion, security and life safety systems.
• Conduct daily inspections and root cause analysis of equipment failures, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Order and maintain inventory of maintenance and facilities spare parts.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks – install, move, and prepare other equipment such as shelving, tables, chairs, fixtures, clocks, whiteboard, locks, signage, etc.
• Respond to emergencies and resolve facility-related issues promptly.
• May be required to fulfil leadership duties for certain maintenance and facilities associates.
• Communicate regularly with the M&F Manager for any “hot” issues and WOs to be prioritized and addressed immediately.
• Ensure all team members are completing WOs and PM in a timely manner.
• Provide improvement suggestions and initiatives for Continuous Improvement.
• Perform Additional Duties
• Support special projects and complete other tasks assigned by management.
• Maintain 5S.
• Participate in on-call work and after-hours work if required.

• 3 to 8 years of experience in building operations and maintenance, including hands-on work with:
  • Steam generation systems
  • Chillers
  • Hydronic systems
  • Air-handling units
  • Exhaust systems
  • Life safety equipment
  • Security systems
  • Walk‑in refrigerators and freezers
• 3 to 8 years of experience with BAS (Building Automation Systems), with at least one of the following certifications/licenses:
  • BES (Building Environmental Systems) Class 1 & 2 Certificate
  • Or HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing License preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, along with strong electronic, written and oral communication abilities
• Ability to work in collaboration and teamwork with others
• Good job knowledge with excellent analytical…