Maintenance Labourer Jobs

Maskwacis Education Schools Commission

Location:
Canada, Maskwacîs

Category:
Physical Work

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

47409.00 - 53000.00 CAD / Year

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Job Description:

The Maintenance Labourer will be primarily responsible for general grounds maintenance, including landscaping, clearing snow and debris, and maintaining exterior walkways. This position will ensure that buildings are kept in a clean and orderly condition, and will perform heavy cleaning duties as needed. Additional duties may include tending to the furnace and boiler, performing routine maintenance activities, and notifying management of the need for repairs. As an employee in the organization, you will model the intent of the Maskwacis Declaration on Education and the core values of Wahkohtowin, Iyiniw Mamotohnehickikan, Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin, and Nehiyawewin.

Job Responsibility:

Grounds keeping
Maintain outside grounds by removing snow, ice, and debris, spray and remove weeds, sweep and clean gutters, cut grass and water, maintain a sprinkling system, and perform other activities as required
Perform gardening and horticultural duties such as planting, weeding, watering, and pruning in order to ensure exterior spaces are neat and well-kept
Lock or unlock doors to ensure appropriate protection of and access to facilities
Ability to operate powered equipment such as zero-turn mowers, grass trimming equipment, etc.
Ability to operate outdoor equipment i.e. ride-on lawn mowers, weed whackers, backpack blowers etc.
Maintenance
Perform general cleanup of all MESC facilities
Monitor the need for equipment maintenance and repair
Maintain fire alarms and extinguishers
Maintain and have a working knowledge of environmental safeguards and alarm systems
Contact the appropriate maintenance service shop for major repairs
Perform minor repairs on building components such as windows, doors, switches, desks, tables, plugs, equipment, appliances, sinks, toilets, and blinds
General cleaning
Clean up vandalism and repair within skill level
Clean light fixtures and change incandescent bulbs and fluorescent tubes
Keeping all MESC equipment clean and maintained on a regular basis
Additional Responsibilities
Turn lights on or off as appropriate
Maintain proper inventory of materials and supplies
Determine needed supplies and equipment
Patrol grounds to identify cleaning, maintenance, and facility security needs
Moving School Furniture from location to location
Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Two (2) years of custodial, janitorial, or grounds keeping experience required
Minimum one (1) year experience in the operation and maintenance of buildings
Must possess and maintain, at minimum, a valid class 5 driver's license
Must qualify to be insured by MESC’s insurance provider without the Commission being charged an additional premium or surcharge
Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Safety equipment will be required (e.g., steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles)
Work both indoors and outdoors
Ability to work flexible hours. ie: weekend work, with time in lieu during the week

Nice to have:

Completion of a craft apprenticeship preferred
Building trades certificate or equivalent desirable
First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 10, 2025

Expiration:
December 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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