Position: Temporary Trades and Maintenance

Hours of Work: 7:00am - 3:00 pm

Rate of Pay: $ 31.01 - $35.32 / hour

Union Affiliation: CUPE

Start Date: Effective immediately, until return of the incumbent or no longer required

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area’s largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board’s web site at.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Service Quality Supervisor (SQS), responsible for all maintenance aspects of the plant, buildings, grounds and related equipment of the school(s), and leading and coordinating the work of summer maintenance students. In partnership with the SQS, and/or Worksite Supervisor in emergent situations, prioritizes work requests as to need and urgency. May be assigned to system maintenance work as required by the SQS.

Qualifications

Grade 12 education or equivalent, as well as a valid trade certificate (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.) or equivalent experience required. Experience in minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry repairs is necessary. A valid Class G driver’s license is required. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment. Good organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential. This position will require a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) at the employee’s expense.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Please include three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio – Attention Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.