Facilities Maintenance Assistant

18 hours ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Canada's National Ballet School Full time
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the community and development of young artists? Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is excited to invite applications for the full-time, permanent position of a Facilities Maintenance Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic team that supports the transformative power of dance across all ages and abilities.

About Us:
Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives. NBS has 300 employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training, community engagement, and groundbreaking health initiatives. NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion and continuous growth.

The Role:
Reporting to the Facilities and Security Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of the School's physical environment. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of duties to maintain and repair the School's buildings, equipment, and grounds. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant will also assist with preventative maintenance tasks, carry out minor repairs, support office moves, and help with room setups for meetings, events, and performances. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant would be working shifts, including working on weekends.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Keep equipment, systems and buildings ready for use by completing preventative maintenance schedules, reporting any issues and anomalies to the Facilities and Security Manager
  • Complete equipment and building repairs by following the manufacturer's instructions and the School's maintenance procedures; utilizing a variety of building trade skills such as, painting, plumbing, carpentry, basic electrical, door hardware
  • Set up and/or rearranges offices, meeting rooms, studios, and residence rooms by installing office and bedroom furniture, tables, chairs and presentation equipment for meetings and various special events
  • Assist grounds maintenance to maintain the exterior of the buildings by removing ice and snow from walkways and parking areas, and picking up litter and debris from NBS property
  • Maintain a safe working environment by complying with all procedures, rules and regulations
  • Perform other duties as required to achieve the objectives of the Facilities & Operations Department
  • All other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a professional environment
  • Sound technical and mechanical knowledge to complete routine maintenance and repairs
  • Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and diagnose problems
  • Capable of lifting 50 lbs comfortably; may be required to move furniture, conduct minor repairs/construction, clear snow and ice etc
  • Sound oral and written communication skills to execute instructions and understand colleagues and staff
  • Ability to deal diplomatically with colleagues, staff and public
  • Ability to correctly and safely basic power tools
  • Ability to take accurate measurements and perform simple mathematical calculations
  • Ability to read and understand machine diagrams, installation manuals and maintenance/repair manuals
  • Apprenticeship in electrical, plumbing, drywall, carpentry, painting is considered an asset
We value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn just as much as experience. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed. If you have strong interpersonal skills, a knack for problem-solving, and a passion for contributing to a creative and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you Compensation
Salary Range: $35,000 - $42,000 annually, commensurate with experience and aligned with internal equity.Total Rewards
  • Health & Wellness Benefits: Dental, Health, Paramedical, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
  • Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
  • Paid Vacation Time starting at 4 weeks
  • Commitment to Work-Life Balance
  • Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Discounted rates for Adult Ballet Classes at Canada's National Ballet School
  • Discounted rates for all programs and items at our retail outlet
  • Subsidized lunch and snacks for staff
  • Collaborative and Inclusive work environment: Join our EDI Committee or Social Committee and participate in our fun employee events
Our Commitment to Equity & Accessibility
NBS is committed to addressing systemic inequities in every facet of our organization including programs, policies and practices. It is NBS' top priority to build a remarkable and talented workforce that reflects the diversity of the City of Toronto. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially welcoming those with diverse intersectional identities who bring unique perspectives and contribute to the diversification of ideas.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

Successful candidates must supply Canada's National Ballet School with a Police Reference Check in accordance with the School's Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Policy; this will be coordinated through the Human Resources Department at NBS

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