GENERAL MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT
Job Description
Do you have a wide maintenance skillset with the ability to learn new things in a short period of time? If so, consider this challenging opportunity with the Ministry of Education’s Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch. The Sir James Whitney/Sagonaska Campus in Milton is looking for someone to assist in maintaining the facilities and equipment of 20 buildings ranging in age from 5 to 147 years old and includes classrooms, recreational and dining facilities, and student residences.
What can I expect to do in this role?
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 systems
• Provide general repairs to locks, valves, pumps, repair of windows, flooring, minor painting and general touch-up work to furniture.
• Maintain the efficient mechanical operation of the swimming pool. • Assist contract and government services tradespersons.
• Move and set-up furniture and equipment as required;
• Assist with implementation of work plans for summer students.
Requirements & Prerequisites
How do I qualify? Technical Skills:
• You have demonstrated experience and general working knowledge of trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC systems, and electrical to assist with semi-skilled general maintenance;
• You are able to determine proper methods and materials required for performing installation, replacement, repair, preventative maintenance and construction work at the facility;
• You have proven 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 demonstrated experience operating various grounds maintenance equipment such as skid steer loader, tractors and riding lawn mowers; • You have proven 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 developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
• You have organizational, time management, analytical and problem-solving skills to manage daily operations and tasks;
• You have knowledge of and the ability to apply Occupational Health and Safety guidelines, such as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), confined space, designated substances surveys, etc.;
• You are able to read and follow simple drawings, blueprints, work specifications, including written and verbal instructions.
How To Apply
1. You must apply online by visiting www.ontario.ca/careers. You must enter the job id number (163596) in the Job ID search field to locate the job ad. 2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources. 3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us. 4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job. 5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying. 6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours.
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