General Maintenance Technician

About Dexterra Group

Dexterra Group is an expanding, financially sound, and publicly traded company on the TSX (symbol: DXT), operating across North America. The organization offers numerous full-time and part-time roles and is committed to fostering a culture of stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, and work-life balance while encouraging people to find fulfilling careers.

With over 75 years of history through its predecessor companies, Dexterra Group has been dedicated to managing and creating built environments essential to the economy and local communities across North America.

Role Overview

The General Maintenance Technician position focuses on routine upkeep, repair, and maintaining the visual appeal and safety of workforce accommodation facilities. Responsibilities center on general maintenance activities rather than specialized licensed trades. Core duties include repairs, painting, grounds keeping, equipment troubleshooting, and supporting other maintenance and operations teams. Experience with commercial kitchen equipment maintenance is a valued asset.

This position reports to the Facility Manager and involves hands-on work to address maintenance needs across the site effectively and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct standard maintenance and minor repairs, such as painting, drywall patching, and light carpentry.
• Replace lighting fixtures, bulbs, filters, and handle adjustments to doors, locks, hinges, and related hardware.
• Support landscaping, grounds cleanup, and seasonal vegetation and lease maintenance.
• Assist with inspections and upkeep of buildings and common areas.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment and appliances.
• Help maintain commercial kitchen appliances including ovens, refrigerators, and dishwashers under guidance.
• Complete basic preventative maintenance checklists.
• Report significant repair needs or safety issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and properly.
• Assist other tradespeople or contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous general maintenance, facilities support, or building upkeep experience is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with repairs, painting, and grounds maintenance.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment maintenance or troubleshooting is advantageous.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.
• Ability to independently manage daily maintenance tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and dedicated to safety practices.
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift between 35 to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to adhere to all safety protocols and site guidelines.

Additional Information

• Equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on any legally protected basis including race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and more.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to work with skilled operations and service delivery teams.
• Remote work location within the state of Texas.
• Emphasis on safety, quality service, and operational excellence.
• Company growth prospects even as other employers downsize.
• Access to comprehensive health and welfare benefits with employee-paid or contributory plans offering various coverage options.
• 401K retirement savings plan with automatic enrollment and a discretionary matching contribution from the company.