Lead Repairperson

**Company Overview**

Looking for a rewarding career change? Join our team The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) is now hiring 2 Lead Repairpeople, the **Closing date is May 16, 2025.**

TBDSSAB supports people to improve their lives and become self-sufficient. We do this as the service system manager for vital, quality social services needed by individuals and families living in the District of Thunder Bay --- including child care and early years, community housing, homelessness prevention programs --- and through the delivery of Ontario Works.

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This position leads the plumbing and electrical maintenance work across TBDSSAB facilities. The incumbent will ensure compliance with safety codes, manage repair projects, and provide general guidance to maintenance staff working with the Supervisor, Maintenance.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:
1. Perform installation, maintenance, and repairs of plumbing and electrical systems.

2. Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and plumbing issues promptly.

3. Work with maintenance staff in assigned repair tasks

4. Ensure compliance with safety codes and building regulations.

5. Maintain plumbing and electrical systems, including water heaters, boilers, panels, and wiring.

6. Respond to emergency repair requests

7. Maintain clean and safe work areas.

8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education/Experience**:

- Secondary school diploma.
- Red Seal certification in plumbing or electrical (dual trade certification is an asset).
- Minimum 5 years in plumbing and electrical maintenance, including 2 years in a leadership role.

**Skills/Abilities**:

- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills for constant interaction with a diverse or difficult clientele.
- Strong knowledge of applicable codes, troubleshooting skills, and ability to read technical documents.
- Able to lift heavy materials and work in various environments.

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Must undergo a successful police records check, Type 2
- Must have a valid driver’s license.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Human Resources

The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board

231 May Street South

Thunder Bay, ON P7E 1B5

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**:
Applications received for this position will not be acknowledged unless you are being notified of an interview.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

**Job Type**: Permanent

Pay: $31.85-$38.99 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Vision care
- Wellness program

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: On the road

Application deadline: 2025-05-16