SEIU West

Field Maintenance (1.0 Perm – 40 hrs/week)

Chinook Education Centre

Competition #3143

 

The Chinook School Division is proud to serve nearly 6,000 students in 62 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.

 

Chinook is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our schools and workplace as indicated in AP 176. Successful candidates are expected to:

• understand the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
• present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
• identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity; and,
• take meaningful action.

Start Date: April 3, 2023

 

The Field Maintenance position is responsible for facilitating effective working and learning environments by providing a safe and clean environment for students, staff and the public. The Field Maintenance position performs general and specialized maintenance functions of all school division buildings, mechanical operations, and grounds.  

The Field Maintenance position reports directly to the Supervisor of Plant Operations for performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Duties:

• Foster effective relationships with all stakeholders
• Support the learning community
• Support Facility Department Operations by:
  • Collaborating and working in a team setting
  • Prioritizing multiple demands and effectively managing time
  • Participating in professional growth opportunities
  • Assisting trades persons and contracts with repairs or renovations
  • Periodically investigating and responding to building operation emergencies outside of regular work hours
  • Travelling to facilities throughout the division to complete specific duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Operations.Duties may include, but are not limited to: inspections, repairs and maintenance of roof systems, hardware, windows doors, flooring, suspended ceilings, drywall, painting, playground equipment, minor plumbing, minor electrical, cleaning and refurbishing of school furniture and facility equipment, testing emergency systems.
  • Supporting schools with routine maintenance and cleaning
  • Maintaining accurate record keeping
  • Staying up to date with required and related technology in order to effectively execute assigned tasks
  • Performing the duties of the caretaker of the flag(s)
  • Identifying and reporting areas of non-compliance

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper workflow and productivity for areas of responsibility
• Ensure tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Plant Operations are carried out efficiently and effectively
• Ensure proper utilization of work techniques is employed
• Ensure proper communication relating to job requirements
• Ensure proper cleaning, maintenance and safety standards are being met at all times
• Promote the vision, mission, values and goals of the Chinook School Division

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of Grade 12 diploma from a recognized educational institution or General Education Development (GED) is required;
• Fireman’s Certificate is required (or willingness to obtain);
• Fifth Class Engineering Certificate, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS is as asset;
• Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance procedures, tools and equipment;
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge of safe workplace practices;
• Previous experience in a facility maintenance role;
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and mechanical equipment;
• Ability to read basic blueprints, mechanical drawings and interpret specifications;
• Strong communication skills;
• Must possess a valid Class V driver’s license and acceptable driver’s abstract;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to deal with a broad range of students, staff and members of the general public;
• Ability to work in varied climates and conditions which may include: confined spaces, dust, vapours, fumes or slippery surfaces;
• Good physical condition 
  • Ability to exert up to 100 lbs of force occasionally
  • Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force frequently
  • Ability to exert up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects

Benefits:

• Starting wage: $24.23/hr to $25.62/hr
• Employee benefit package
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Positive work environment
• Professional development and trade apprenticeship opportunities may be available for the right candidate

 

Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search. Please submit your application to the attention of Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources. For more information about this position, please contact Devin Martens by email at devinmartens@chinooksd.ca or Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources by email at slacher@chinooksd.ca  

All Applicants will be subject to an interview prior to being employed by the division.

 

While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.