Unifor Skilled Tradesperson

UNIFOR LOCAL 302 POSTINGS

Skilled Tradesperson

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do We are always learning Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning.

There is an opening for a full-time permanent Skilled Maintenance Trade Person at the Facilities/Maintenance Building, in Seaforth.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager at the Education Centre corporate office in Seaforth, Ontario, the incumbent skilled tradesperson will be responsible to perform maintenance duties in a safe and productive manner.

Hours of Work: 6:00 am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Start Date: As soon as reasonably possible following the posting procedures

Compensation Package:

Rate of Pay: $30.27-$33.14, as per Licensed Trades grid of UNIFOR Collective Agreement

Pension Plan : Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS )

Vacancy Status: current vacancy

Health & Dental Benefits :

• Benefits are provided through Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP)
• Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:

• 24/7 confidential support
• Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Clean, lubricate, repair or replace equipment as required for efficient and safe operation
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to building equipment
• Procuring required parts and inventory and cost control
• Assess and report on board asset conditions
• Respond to after hour emergency calls
• Perform other general property and building maintenance as required

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Valid Ontario driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong mechanical aptitude. Must be able to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Initiative and ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment
• Willing to obtain additional training and certificates in related fields
• Five years of experience working in a large commercial, industrial or institutional setting.
• Valid Ontario certificate of qualification in one or more of the following:
• • Certified and Registered Journeyperson Plumber
• Certified and Registered Journeyperson Electrician

Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Why Join AMDSB?

We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.

Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.

Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.

Competitive compensation package, which is outlined above

Apply today

Interested applicants are requested to apply throughApply to Education .

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education

Posted On

January 13, :09 AM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

January 20, :00 PM EST/EDT

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

Job Open To

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, Management & Professionals

City

Seaforth

School/Location

Facilities

Salary

$30.27-$33.14

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter