Job Description

PLEASE POST

C.U.P.E. UNION POSTING

TO: All Custodial, Maintenance and Service Personnel, C.U.P.E. Local 1310 and external applicants


FROM: Human Resource Services Officer, Administrative and Support Staff Services


SUBJECT:Available Position

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PERSON

The Maintenance Services Department of the Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Preventative Maintenance Person. Reporting to the assigned Maintenance Supervisor, the Preventative Maintenance (PM) Person will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing preventative maintenance services to various building systems in the areas of HVAC, life safety systems, building exhaust/ventilation, dryer exhaust, security testing, eye wash stations and associated equipment, as well as various building systems and components as assigned.


PM Persons will work in groups of two (2) within an assigned PM Area. Each PM Area will be provided with a board vehicle which will be based out of the Education Centre or designated location (Maintenance / Operations Shop or Secondary School) within each PM Area. PM Persons may be required to work in any PM area as required to meet operational needs.

SCHOOL:

Maintenance Services

LOCATION:

PM Area - North West (Location 4921)

STATUS:

Permanent

DAILY HOURS:

8.0

WEEKLY HOURS:

40

POSTING

#CU-53

ATE Ref. #

3965029







Shift: As required


Salary Range: $26.64 - $27.84 per hour


Start Date: As soon as possible

Qualifications and Skills Required:

1. Knowledge, experience and aptitude in the operation, servicing and repair of mechanical/electrical building systems and components.


2. Knowledge and experience in the use of power tools and construction equipment.


3. Knowledge of preventative maintenance methods relating to building systems.


4. Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, and shop drawings.


5. Good communication skills, along with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.


6. This position is physically demanding and includes lifting tasks, working from ladders, scaffolding and rooftops, and working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.


7. Excellent organizational, scheduling and time management skills.


8. Valid Ontario's drivers licence is required, and proof will be requested on hiring.


9. Computer literacy sufficient to operate Facility Services Computerized Maintenance Work Order System.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

10. Completion of Building Environmental Systems BES700 Building Systems - Practical Overview.


11. Completion of any other BES courses (in addition to BES700) related to building systems maintenance and operations.


The duties, responsibilities and requirements for this position are not limited to the above but may include all of those in the for Preventative Maintenance Person.

TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this vacancy through the Apply to Education (ATE) web-site at www.applytoeducation.com. Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications

on or before the closing date

, which includes documentation confirming certifications and written permission to contact two professional references. Cover letters may be addressed to Steven Donoghue, Maintenance Supervisor - Electrical Systems. In order to facilitate the verification of your seniority, applicants MUST include their Employee Identification Number on their letter of application. To view the posting and apply for the position(s):




Sign into your ApplyToEducation Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical, Custodian, etc.) applicant account;

Select Search Jobs from the Job Postings section;

Enter the ATE Job Code # in the Keywords field;

Click the

[SEARCH]

button at the bottom of the page;

Select the position of interest and click the

[APPLY]

button on the job description page.

All fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District School Board.

Application packages will no longer be accepted in hard copy, by e-mail or by fax

. Should you require assistance in registering for ATE, please contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.


External applications regarding this position will be kept on file; however, no acknowledgement or receipt will be issued. Probationary employees may apply for additional hours or promotion.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,

even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

This position is part of the CUPE Local 1310 bargaining unit. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are contained within the CUPE Collective Agreement, including any applicable union dues.


Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).


We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.


Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.









July 10, 2025