FMTMAS – Maintenance Assistant

Position Details

• Position Status: Existing Vacancy
• Position: Maintenance Assistant – Casual
• Internal Competition: FMT-26-004
• Hourly Rate: $28.66 per hour + 4% vacation + 12.5% in lieu of all benefits and paid holidays
• Shifts Include: No Guaranteed Hours
• Employment Type: Casual
• Department: Facilities & Asset Maintenance

This position requires a Cover Letter and Resume to be submitted when you apply and pre-screening questions to be complete for external applicants.

Pre-screening Questions:
When applying to a job posting in StarGarden, stay within the grey boxes as you work through each application step. When answering pre-screening questions, click on the grey selection box then select submit. Repeat these steps until all pre-screening questions are answered. Please have your resume and cover letter ready to be uploaded. If these steps are not completed your application will be submitted as incomplete. If your application status shows as incomplete, please remove your application by selecting RSS>applications> select the x beside the application> select yes. Once this is complete you can reapply to the posting if it is still open.

Internal Applicants:
Some internal positions will require a cover letter and resume to be submitted when applying for a position. (e.g., specialized positions/higher classification)
Eligible applicants must hold a casual position or if the casual employee is already working in a temporary position, they are not eligible to apply unless they are within two (2) weeks from the end of their current temporary position.

External Applicants: Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying for a position.

External Applicants Employee Referral:
Part of the application process allows you to indicate if you have been referred by a current employee with the County of Frontenac. This can be completed through the pre-screening questions or under the RSS option in your applicant account under Basic Information.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for all aspects of building services including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing systems, maintenance of the buildings, grounds and other equipment for Fairmount Home and the County Administration offices. The Maintenance Assistant will carry out the duties in alignment to the organizations mission, vision and values, and work to further its priorities.

Education and Experience

• Completion of high school graduation
• Completion of a post-secondary certificate in building maintenance mechanics, instrumentation or related field, acceptable to the Employer
• A combination of recent and relevant education and experience, may be considered
• Completion (upon hire) and maintenance of a current Small Drinking Water System Operator Certificate
• One year of experience in painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and pneumatic control systems; experience in a similar environment may be considered

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the Gentlecare philosophy
• Demonstrated understanding, acceptance and commitment to promoting the Homes mission, vision and values
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems
• Knowledge of building automation and maintenance systems and ability to troubleshoot according to standards, policies and related legislation
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertinent to the role as well as an understanding of policies and legislation affecting the department; ability to understand the Building Code, Fire Code, Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002 and Regulation 170/03
• Ability to read and understand technical documents including architectural, mechanical, electrical drawings and specifications and operational manuals
• Demonstrated commitment to client/resident-centered service
• Demonstrated respect for individual differences and competencies
• Demonstrated solid communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to communicate information to a diverse audience base
• Demonstrated professional work ethic and behaviours in interaction with internal and external contacts and the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely with ease and confidence in a professional, consistent and positive manner
• Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills with the ability to function within a fast-paced environment, responding with flexibility to changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change within an environment with a continuous process improvement mindset
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player who is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients/resident/patients and the public
• Demonstrated ability to build resiliency and be aware of own strengths and limitations
• Proven willingness to learn and acquire new information and skills
• Ability to problem solve using factual information
• Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g. Outlook) and the ability to use other software applications applicable to the position (e.g. work order software and building automation software)
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to confidentiality while exhibiting discretion and good judgement
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to health and safety policies, procedures and applicable legislation
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
• Must hold a valid Class G drivers license
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Vulnerable Sector Check (or Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check)
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of the position

Working Conditions

• Periods of time standing and walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Bending, lifting, carrying, gripping, reaching required
• Exposure to auditory amplifications
• Exposure to heat/cold temperatures
• Exposure to noise
• Exposure to dirt/dust

The County of Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process and applicants must make their needs known as soon as possible.