Start Date: TBD

12 months per year, 35 hours/week

Pay Band 8 - $27.00 to $30.00/hr We offer eligible employees a comprehensive employee pension (OMERS) and benefit package upon start date, a commitment to ongoing learning, and an exceptional work environment.

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 34,000 students in 87 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario, KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.

The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant First Nation communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Mtis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and through history.

All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the schools priority of student achievement and the Boards mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.

Employees demonstrate empathy and respect in all interactions, are committed to service excellence, and embrace change through innovation.

As part of our strategy to provide on-going support for our schools, the Board is now accepting resumes from qualified applicants for the full-time positions Maintenance Repair Technician.

The purpose of the Maintenance Repair Technician position is to provide maintenance and repairs on facility services equipment and maintain updated detailed records showing history of repairs for each piece of equipment.Main Responsibilities: Develop and implement a training program for training of new casuals and retraining of current staff on proper use and maintenance of facility services equipment.

Maintaining up to date training records.

Regularly reviews and inspects equipment to ensure optimal safety.

Inspects, operates, and tests custodial equipment, such as vacuum motors, auto-scrubbers, snow blowers, lawn mowers and other small equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

Inspects custodial equipment to locate damages, defects or wear and tests equipment to ensure proper functioning.

Disassemble equipment to diagnose problems and determine how to correct them.

Dismantle custodial equipment by checking access and remove defective parts using hand tools or power tools.

Performs routine maintenance, such as inspecting motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters or doing other preventative maintenance actions.

Develops electronic custodial equipment tracking system and maintains up to date records on each piece of equipment outlining inspection dates, equipment repair dates and detailed description on each repair.

Researches, and correctly applies, technical information that is required when performing maintenance repairs.

Completes seasonal servicing and annual inspections of equipment.

Safely transports chemicals, in a Board vehicle to various locations.

Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.

Identifies and makes recommendations for Supervisor's assessment of items for normal repair and replacement.

Research new equipment and make recommendations to management on equipment purchases.

Assist/complete work with scissors lift (light changes, vent/light fixture cleaning etc.)

Supporting trade employee when extra help is needed for which no specific trade certification is required.

Schedule and take maintenance vans for service as required/ requested

Assist with sports fields maintenance

When full time employee is off or when assistance is required

Includes utilizing the mule (dedicated field use)

Perform well water test at well schools when requested

Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Manager of Maintenance Services.Supervision:

Does not supervise

Main Contacts: Internal: staff

External: contractors and suppliers.Education & Experience: High School diploma or equivalent.

Small Water Drinking Systems certificate

1 to 3 years recent experience working with small engines and equipment (such as; auto-scrubbers, vacuums, snow blowers, lawn movers, etc.)

1 to 3 years experience working with electronic inventory systems.

Experience developing a preventative maintenance program.

Willing to obtain, and successfully complete specific maintenance equipment repair training provided by employer.

Small Engine Technician Certificate, Appliance Repair Technician, other mechanical training certificate is considered an assetSpecialized Skills: Valid drivers license.

A commitment to service excellence.Effort and Working Conditions: school and outdoor environment; change from indoor to outdoor temperatures; moderate exposure to dust, grease/oil, noise, fumes, moderate travel

moderate amounts of attention to details, concentration; bending, cleaning, climbing a ladder, kneeling, lifting materials under and over 5 Kg, standing, walking and working in awkward position or space.Expected competencies: Works on projects as part of a team, exchanging ideas and contributing skills that complement those of the other team members. Fulfills commitments to team members.

Works independently to solve problems.

Meets standards of productivity as defined for the level and the position.

Demonstrates concern for the accuracy and quality of work, and takes steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall task.

Able to take on a variety of different tasks and roles within the organization.

Can be relied upon to handle a fair workload, meet deadlines and commitments, and accept responsibility for actions. Demonstrates an ability to work independently.

Accepts changes and responds to setbacks with minimal disruption.

Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public perception of the organization. Follows through on commitments, and admits to mistakes.

Maintains organized records, and makes efficient use of resources.

Manages time and prioritizes tasks to ensure that deadlines are met.

Works with an aim to assist the system in achieving the Areas of Emphasis, including making decisions and taking actions that will positively affect student achievement and demonstrating our Character attributes.KPRDSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about what this means in our organization, please refer to our website at www.kprschools.ca (See "Employment" section).

KPRDSB is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to: First Nations, Mtis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;

persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;

persons who identify as women; and

persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.KPRDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.