Maintenance Assistant - Brantford, Canada - Ministry of Education

Ministry of Education

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Brantford, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

If you are a jack of all trades with the ability to learn new things in a short period of time, then consider this challenging opportunity with the Ministry of Education's Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch.

The W.

Ross MacDonald School in Brantford is looking for someone to assist in maintaining the facilities and equipment of 20 buildings ranging in age from 10 to 150 years old and includes classrooms, recreational and dining facilities, and student lodging.

Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $26.98 to $29.90 per hour in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions.

The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code.

Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?: You will:

Provide general preventative maintenance and repairs to buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment.
Perform general plumbing, electrical and general facility maintenance.
Provide general repairs to heating, ventilation.
Provide general repairs to locks, valves, pumps, repair of windows, flooring, minor painting and general touchup work to furniture.
Maintain the efficient mechanical operation of the swimming pool.
Assist contract and government services tradespersons.
Assist with implementation of work plan for summer students.

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:
Valid Ontario Driver's License where required.

Technical Skills:

You have demonstrated experience and general working knowledge of trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC systems, and electrical to assist with semiskilled general maintenance.
You have the ability to determine proper methods and materials required for performing installation, replacement, repair, preventative maintenance, and construction work at the facility.
You have good mechanical aptitude and experience performing routine general maintenance inspections, preventative maintenance and minor repairs of electrical, plumbing, small engines, appliances, furniture fittings and electromechanical systems.
You have knowledge of demonstrated experience operating various grounds maintenance equipment such as tractors, and riding lawn mowers.
You have demonstrated experience and ability to maintain efficient operation of swimming pool and related equipment.
You have the ability to use hand tools and power equipment.
You have experience maintaining work orders and preventative maintenance logs.

Other essential skills:

You have good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
You have organizational, time management, analytical and problemsolving skills.
You have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety guidelines.
You have the ability to move and setup furniture and equipment.
You have the ability to read and follow simple drawings, blueprints, work specifications, including written and verbal instructions.

Additional Information:

Address:

1 English Permanent, 350 Brant Ave, Brantford, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Understanding the job ad definitions

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Schedule:

4.7
Category:
Maintenance and Trades
Posted on:
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Note:

Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results.

If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision.

The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.

Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly