Job Summary:
The Casual Building Maintenance Worker (BMW) is responsible for maintaining & repairing buildings, grounds and equipment in all work sites while meeting OHS & WCB requirements considering the safety of all Personnel, Persons Receiving Services (PRS) and any other persons who may be on-site.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Establishes, monitors, and carries out preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for buildings, equipment, and grounds. Ensures building and equipment meet all safety, security and fire regulations and policies. Makes recommendations for major repairs and purchases to supervisor.

2. Performs carpentry, electrical, painting, mechanical and plumbing maintenance, and repairs such as repairing furniture, constructing shelves, installing switches, replacing plugs and other basic appliance repairs, applying paint and other finishes, repairing drywall, disassembling, and reassembling equipment, replacing sinks and toilets, and applying finishing material such as linoleum.

3. Monitors work performed by contractors, prepare estimates of labor and material costs, contacts external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes and arranges for major repairs and maintenance work.

4. Collects and removes garbage and recyclable materials and ensures the safe disposal of hazardous waste.

5. Cleans external areas such as entranceways, sidewalks and parking lots using manual and power brooms, rakes, shovels, and other equipment to remove dirt, leaves, snow, and other refuse. Performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, weeding, pruning, and watering.

6. Completes and maintains related records such as maintenance logs and security incident reports.

7. Transports equipment, furniture and supplies manually and/or using aides such as dollies and carts. Operates a motor vehicle to pick up and move goods and supplies. Arrange furniture for special events.

8. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications: 
This position requires Grade 10.  Preference is given to those candidates who have vocational training such as a Building Maintenance Course, two (2) years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.  Equivalencies are outlined on our selection criterion rating guide for competitions for regular employment. 

Job Skills and Abilities: 
This position requires a clear Criminal Record Check with the ability to work around Children or Vulnerable Adults.

A high level of physical fitness is required of this position since direct delivery of services may involve pushing, pulling, standing, kneeling, heavy lifting, climbing, etc.

This position requires an individual who has strong teamwork skills, good communication skills (written and oral) and good organizational skills.   It requires an understanding of persons with diverse abilities.  Augmentative communication skills are an asset for this position but not required.  The position requires openness to cultural diversity and supports.

Hours Per Week:
                              Monday to Friday         = 25 hours/week on average

Wages: 
Wage rates are as per the Collective Agreement for Building Maintenance Worker, Grid Level 10 (starting at $25.95/hour).

Automobile: Personal vehicle will be required.           

This position is open to all applicants.  As an Internal Posting, applicants require union membership to be considered eligible.

Closing Date/Time: April 29, 2025 at 14:00 hours

Application Process:
Applicants must submit a Posting Application Form before the closing date/time to be considered eligible.  

Email: HRmanager@qcla.ca, apply on-line or hand delivery to 658 Doherty Drive