Maintenance Assistant

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.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

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 touch-up 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 semi-skilled 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 problem-solving skills.
• You have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety guidelines.
• You have the ability to move and set-up furniture and equipment.
• You have the ability to read and follow simple drawings, blueprints, work specifications, including written and verbal instructions.