Summer Student

As a Summer Student in The Parkland School Division, you will be part of enacting our vision, mission and foundational statements.
Vision

Our students possess the confidence, resilience, insight and skills required to thrive in and positively impact the world.

Mission

We assure supportive learning environments, meaningful experiences and healthy relationships that create opportunities to develop resilience, to gain diversity in perspectives and to achieve enduring success.

The Parkland School Division currently has a TEMPORARY FULL TIME (1.0 FTE) position available at The Centre for Education in Stony Plain, AB. Temporary Positions are not eligible for benefits of leave entitlements.

Function and Purpose of Position

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Summer Student is responsible for performing tasks including installing, troubleshooting, repairing and general building, property and equipment maintenance. Medium to heavy physical demands with lifting is an essential part of the position as various skilled duties are performed. Working with tradespersons is required and essential to our team environment approach

Service Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment including playground equipment, building exterior, interior and landscape/parking lot

Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of building systems

Ability to diagnose problems, replace or repair parts on a variety of building systems and adjust if necessary (e.g. ventilation)

Complete basic repairs and maintenance on building components and equipment

Complete emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment, structures and grounds on the property

Manage an inventory of equipment, tools and machinery as assigned

Ability to complete assigned work orders in a timely and efficient manner

Ability to plan and prioritize work for self and seek help when needed

Move large quantities of furniture and equipment as assigned

Install appliances and equipment

Seasonal duties as assigned such as garden/yard maintenance, snow removal, etc.

Ability to go on call as per IUOE collective agreement

Check functionality of safety systems and be able to complete basic functions on said systems (e.g. fire alarm, security, etc. )

Collaborate and take the lead (when required) with co-workers and other professionals during renovations.

Occupational Health and Safety & Safe Work Practices

Knowledgeable in PSDs safety procedures and training to carry out the assigned duties safely

Report any near misses or accidents immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor

Able to identify any hazards involved in the assigned task, detail the controls that must be put in place and articulates the specific practices to be followed to minimize the possibility of accidents and injury

Perform regular inspection of playground equipment, building exterior, interior and landscape/parking lot

Monitoring the physical condition of equipment, tools and machinery and taking necessary precautions to correct as needed

Comply with Occupation Health and Safety standards and practices

Confined/Restrictive Spaces

Working Alone

WHMIS Certification

Communication and Relationships

Interactions with management, colleagues, students and the public in a school setting

Responds to client concerns in a fast and efficient manner.

Establishes and maintains professional working relationship

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Task specific PPE is required

Clothing must be appropriate for assigned task i.e. no torn or ragged clothing

Other additional PPE may include footwear, gloves, etc

Knowledge and Skills

High School diploma or equivalent

Possession of a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record

Physically able to climb, crawl, crouch and lift up to 50 lbs

Can work on ladders, or in tight spaces

Skilled in the use of hand and power tools

Ability to take apart machines, equipment or devices to remove and replace defective parts

Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary

Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills and wrenches

Ability to use of a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment relating to maintenance duties

Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices

Experience performing routine maintenance

Strong organizational and follow-up skills

Eye for detail

Professional presentation and attitude

Ability to maintain focus while working individually

Strong time management skills

Basic understanding of construction safe work practices and procedures

Ability to identify hazards when assigned a particular task, detail the controls that must be put in place and articulate the specific practices to be followed to minimize the possibility of accidents and injury

Good interpersonal communications, including verbal and written communication

Client focused, with the ability t