Job Description

The Wetaskiwin School Division requires a full time Maintenance Worker to work out of the School Division's Maintenance Facility situated in the City of Wetaskiwin.

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the repair, maintenance, servicing, and general upkeep of Division facilities, fixtures, and equipment. This includes painting, basic carpentry, plumbing, and other general maintenance duties to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment for students and staff. The Maintenance Worker is also responsible for completing work orders, responding to emergency maintenance requests, and operating and maintaining tools and equipment safely and effectively. Basic knowledge of carpentry and plumbing is an asset. The Maintenance Worker works collaboratively within the Plant Facilities team to ensure maintenance tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with established priorities. This position will in the rotating on call schedule, also there may be overtime work from time to time.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Completes work orders and damage reports as assigned Constructs, alters, installs and repairs buildings, furnishings, equipment and other structures Performs a variety of basic carpentry and plumbing duties Grounds maintenance Inspection and maintenance of playground equipment as required Participate in the Professional Development activities Knowledge and experience using emerging technologies using Google Support and promote a safe working environment including policies and Health and Safety Training as prescribed by the Board.
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

Grade 12/GED 5 years of current relevant experience demonstrating a basic working knowledge of all trades Experience using hand tools Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License Written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational, prioritizing and problem solving abilities Proven ability to work effectively with fellow employees as well as independently with little to no supervision Ability to exercise independent judgment to interpret, analyze and modify detailed methods Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, using a computer work order system
*Please note that interviews will be scheduled on January 7th and/or 8th.

Interested applicants should include a covering letter, resume and the names of three references, one of which must be your last Supervisor (please include your written consent to contact references).

We thank all those who apply for their interest but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Employment is dependent on satisfactory completion of a criminal records/vulnerable sector check and a driver's abstract check.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $55,046.00-$65,913.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Wetaskiwin, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person