PUT YOUR SKILLS TO THE TEST AS YOU PROVIDE CRITICAL HELP IN ENSURING OUR FACILITIES ARE SAFE AND MAINTAINED.

Join our dynamic team in beautiful London, Ontario! Known as the “Forest City” for its more than four million trees, London embraces its rich culture through captivating events, world-class museums and lush green spaces. We look forward to welcoming one dedicated maintenance mechanic who will perform skilled trades work throughout the facility. Given this position works with inmate helpers, a shift premium will be added to every pay.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• You are certified in one of the skilled trades as recognized by the Ontario Government

SKILLED TRADES KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

You can:

• use your advanced knowledge of at least one skilled trade to perform maintenance tasks (e.g. carpentry, welding, or plumbing)
• use your knowledge of other skilled and semi-skilled trades to perform a variety of maintenance tasks (ie, painting, replacing locks, drywall repair)
• operate and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning and fire systems, as well as instrumentation and control systems
• interpret, organize and complete blueprints, schematics, specification diagrams and drawings

LEGISLATIVE KNOWLEDGE:

You can:

• interpret and apply relevant legislation, municipal by-laws and codes, and provincial building codes
• learn and apply correctional facility security requirements (i.e., lockouts, tagouts and elevated work procedures)
• understand and apply the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Occupational Health and Safety Act, and institutional security practices and procedures to recognize workplace hazards and security breaches, and ensure prompt corrective action

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

You can:

• discuss work projects with others and ensure work is completed on time
• complete reports on assigned projects and maintain accurate logs
• give instructions on the safe use of power equipment and hand tools
• access information about warranty and service agreements
• prepare reports and respond to inquiries
• demonstrate tasks and instruct inmate helpers

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• You are able to use computer applications and automated systems

DON’T MEET EVERY QUALIFICATION?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

HOW TO APPLY:

• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

• Provide skilled trades and general maintenance services
• Perform duties such as: locksmith, electrical, plumbing, small motor repairs, carpentry, air conditioning, welding, etc.
• Instruct staff and inmate helpers on maintenance tasks and safe use of hand tools and power equipment
• Assist other skilled tradespeople
• Review blueprints and specifications
• Participate and assist on maintenance projects
• Supervise inmate helpers and report their conduc