Ivan Robitaille
Welland,Canada
Summary
Dependable maintenance technician offering several years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing. Customer service and satisfaction.
Overview
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1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
St. Charles Village Retirement home
Welland, Canada
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Interior/ Exterior Safety Walk
- Maintenance Logbook
- Prioritize and Complete Work Orders
- General Maintenance
- Performed plumbing repairs and installations for building systems
- Installed drywall in designated areas to improve interior aesthetics
- Performed snow removal and salting to maintain property accessibility
- Performed inspections to identify maintenance needs
- Air Make Up Units, Hvac
- Maintained chillers and boilers for optimal building climate control
- Inspected fire equipment to ensure operational readiness
- Checked smoke alarms and CO2 detectors for functionality
- Applied organizational skills in daily operations
- Managed outside contractors to ensure quality standards and timeline compliance
- Oversee Moves In and Move Outs
- Performed sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming to maintain cleanliness
- Operate Floor Machines
- Disinfect, Sanitize
- Complete Daily Laundry
- Conducted end-of-day data entry for accurate record-keeping
Maintenance Technician
Grand Canal Retirement Residence
Welland, Canada
07.2025 - 02.2026
- Interior, Exterior Safety Walk
- Maintenance Logbook
- Prioritize and Complete Work Orders
- Performed general maintenance tasks to maintain facility functionality and address issues promptly
- Performed plumbing repairs and installations
- Conducted electrical repairs and installations for safety compliance
- Executed drywall installation and repairs to improve facility aesthetics and enhance resident satisfaction
- Applied paint to surfaces for aesthetic enhancement and protection
- Installed flooring and trim materials to enhance interior aesthetics.
- Snow Removal, Salting
- Performed landscaping duties to create an inviting outdoor environment.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Air Make Up Units, Hvac
- Chillers, Boilers
- Conducted inspections of fire equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Smoke Alarms, Co2 Detectors
- Utilized organizational skills to streamline maintenance tasks and improve workflow.
- Oversee Outside Contractors
- Oversee Movins and Move Outs
- Oversee House Keeping
- Performed cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming to maintain cleanliness.
- Operate Floor Machines
- Executed disinfection and sanitization protocols to ensure a hygienic environment.
- Complete Daily Laundry
- Days End Data Entry
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Conducted regular inspections of electrical systems for safety compliance.
- Repaired plumbing issues to maintain resident comfort and safety.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and fixtures throughout the residence.
- Collaborated with staff to address urgent maintenance requests promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed for management review.
- Trained new staff on maintenance protocols and safety procedures.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and minimize service interruptions.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Ensured proper functioning of the facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Start Me Up Niagara
St. Catharines, Canada
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintenance in residential homes and housing units, commercial buildings.
- Completed work orders efficiently
- Performed plumbing repairs and installations
- Handled electrical tasks to ensure safety and functionality
- Installed and repaired drywall in various locations
- Completed painting tasks on both interior and exterior surfaces for visual appeal.
- Executed carpentry projects to improve structural integrity and aesthetics of buildings.
- Executed installations of fixtures and appliances in residential and commercial settings.
- Doors, Door locks, Deadbolts
- Hydraulic Doors, Mechanisms
- Patio Doors, Screen Repairs
- Windows, Screen Repairs
- Hardwood Flooring
- Conducted inspections and testing of HVAC systems and smoke alarms to ensure safety and compliance
- Air Make Up Units, Hvac
- Smoke Alarms, Co2
- Executed landscaping tasks for improved curb appeal
- Conducted snow removal and salting to ensure safe access to properties during winter.
- Conducted general clean-up to maintain cleanliness
- Maintained safe work areas and environments to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Janitorial and Maintenance Supervisor
General Motors
St. Catharines, Canada
10.2012 - 04.2022
- Supervise and oversee 34 custodians and 17 maintenance laborers
- Run a morning and end of shift safety meeting
- Ensured a safe working environment by addressing reported safety concerns promptly.
- Schedule daily custodian routes
- Schedule daily maintenance work orders
- Report to daily meeting with Site Manager to discuss any issues or concerns or changes.
- Report to the weekly joint Health and Safety meeting.
- Schedule employees for overtime
- Give employees yearly refresher courses
- Give employees yearly performance reviews.
- Monitor proper machine lock out/tag out.
- Sign-off on regularly scheduled completed work orders and enter data into the system
- Performed inspections of bathrooms to ensure compliance with hygiene standards., a dress any issues with employee
- Audit custodial closets, proper labeling on cleaning products, address any issues with employee
- Monitored air makeup units and scheduled filter changes, inputting data into the system.
- Respond to daily shift maintenance calls
- Provide work orders for maintenance calls and sign off when completed
- Train custodial staff on commercial cleaning equipment
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies based on established thresholds.
- Communicate with 2nd shift about any issues and safety concerns.
Education
Advance level (Secondary School) -
Port Colborne High School
Port Colborne, ONSome College (No Degree) - Hospitality Administration And Management
C.D.I College
Brampton, ONSkills
- Plumbing
- Residential electrical
- HVAC
- DrywallComputer skills
- Painting services
- Carpentry
- General Maintenance
- Facilities Maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Construction
- Blueprint Reading
- Schematics
- Grounds Upkeep
- Time optimization
- Maintenance
- Microsoft Excel
- Property Management
- Communication skills
- Hand tools
- Mechanical Experience
- HVAC
Certification
- Smart Serve, Present
- WHMIS, Present
- Driving Licence
- Safety awarness in the workplace
Languages
English, Advanced
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: 1
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Grand Canal Retirement Residence
07.2025 - 02.2026
Maintenance Technician
St. Charles Village Retirement home
10.2024 - 12.2024
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Start Me Up Niagara
02.2022 - 02.2023
Janitorial and Maintenance Supervisor
General Motors
10.2012 - 04.2022
Advance level (Secondary School) -
Port Colborne High School
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Administration And Management
C.D.I College