Maintenance Repairworker I

Service New Brunswick
Maintenance Repairworker I
Temporary, Full-Time (1 year)
Saint John
Open Competition

Service New Brunswick is seeking an individual to join the Laundry and Linen Services Branch within Health Services Division as a Maintenance Repairworker 1 at the Saint John Laundry facility on King William Road.

Working at Service New Brunswick is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build a meaningful career. Guided by our vision of "Excellence in Service Delivery", our teams provide high-quality, innovative public services for customers with a focus on value for all New Brunswickers.

Known for our people-oriented workplace culture, we foster an environment where innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork are celebrated. We are proud to be recognized as one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for 2025!

What We Offer

At SNB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Human-Centered: We prioritize well-being and flexibility for our employees.
• Driven by Growth: We invest in your professional development and career ad-vancement.
• Celebrating Excellence: We recognize and reward outstanding contributions.
• United by Purpose: Every project you work on makes a real difference for New Brunswickers.
• Empowered to Decide: We trust our teams to make decisions and innovate boldly.

Reporting to the Laundry Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Performing plant maintenance including the maintenance and repair of equipment (basic plumbing, basic electrical, basic carpentry, install and remove appliances);
• Maintaining ventilation systems: changing filters;
• Helping the rest of the maintenance staff in doing trade related maintenance;
• Coordinating and prioritizing work orders;
• Maintaining inventory (supplies, parts, appliances, etc.);

Related duties may be assigned as necessary for operational requirements.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of high school or GED;
• Experience at the semi-skilled level in the use of tools and equipment used in industrial mechanical settings;
• Written and spoken competence in English is required.
• Any additional skills or qualifications will be considered an asset.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please state your language capability on your application and ensure that preferred language for assessment is clearly identified.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of safe operating procedures
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently.
• Good attendance record and strong work ethic.
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• You must be available to work rotating days, evenings, nights, weekend, and Statutory Holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal History Clearance prior to appointment.

Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Hourly Rate: $28.72 - Canadian Union of Public Employees - Local 1190

We encourage applicants to apply online by clicking here, before April 9, 2026 indicating competition number R85-2025/26-1011. In the unlikely event that you experience technical difficulties or are unable to complete your application online, contact [email protected].

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.