Job Title: Maintenance Operator

Division: Recreation & Culture

Classification: Maintenance Operator

Salary: $28.77/hr

Benefits: In accordance with Collective Agreement

Hours of Work: 7-day operation - in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Position Status: 1 continuing, full-time position | Up to 3 part-time/temporary

Posted Internally: May 16th, 2025

Closing Date: May 23rd, 2025

Maintenance Operators provide operational and maintenance services to all recreational and municipal facilities. This includes completing repairs as needed, assessing and troubleshooting problems, and executing preventative maintenance programs. They will perform day-to-day maintenance duties such as minor plumbing, painting, etc., as well as light cleaning duties around the facility. Work may include operating small tools/equipment, performing basic maintenance of refrigeration systems, heating and ventilation systems, and working on outdoor structures.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a clean valid G Class Ontario Drivers License.
• Must have a minimum one (1) years building maintenance experience
• Must have proven work-related experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, pool filtration, boilers, or HVAC in professional/commercial setting
• Experience operating a Bobcat is considered an asset
• Valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card is considered an asset
• Must have familiarity with office related programs with ability to learn new programs
• Knowledge of Instrumentation and Control Systems would be considered an asset
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk extended periods of time
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills with a proven focus on service delivery
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations specifically concerning the requirements for job hazard analysis and the development of and training on safe work procedures
• Ability to work independently and as a team
  
• Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, coworkers, members of the public and other partners in service

Qualified applicants are invited to apply no later than 12:00 pm noon May 23rd, 2025.

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.