115 Day Temporary Labourer Facility Maintenance - Markham Museum

City of Markham; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Markham is hiring a Temporary Labourer for Maintenance at the Markham Museum, responsible for facility upkeep, event support, and safety. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience, a Secondary School diploma, and strong customer service skills. This role offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to contribute to community events.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience working in a facility as asset.
• Current certification in Standard First Aid, CPR, and Propane Handling an asset.
• Experience in recreational/cultural facility operations and maintenance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the facility is opened and closed at the scheduled times.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance including mopping, sweeping, and garbage pickup.
• Operates Museum truck and tractor and responds to requests from patrons.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Teamwork

Ability to multi-task

Education

Secondary School diploma

Job description

115 Day Temporary Labourer Facility Maintenance - Markham Museum

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Base pay range

CA$29.15/hr - CA$29.60/hr

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 5 th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2025, the City of Markham is ranked 2nd among municipalities in Canada and 12th overall for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 366,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for the Temporary Labourer, Facility Maintenance (115 Days) position in the Sustainability & Asset Management Department, Corporate Services Commission. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online by June 25, 2025.

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Job Summary

This position assists with general and specialized maintenance throughout the Museum property, which includes 25 acres and 30 structures. Daily duties include supporting externally booked events, programs and be responsible for maintaining and cleaning of the facility. This position is responsible for the security and safety of the facility and its patrons when no other full-time staff are available. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required. The hours of operation include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures that the facility is opened and closed at the scheduled times.
• Notifies Facility Supervisor or Facility Coordinator if other part-time staff are absent during their shift or if there are part-time Maintenance staff issues.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance (i.e. mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, window cleaning, washroom/dressing room cleaning, snow shoveling, garbage pickup, detail cleaning, setups and breakdowns of tables and chairs).
• Operates Museum truck and tractor.
• Operates power tools, floor cleaner, mobile equipment, and cleaning and safety equipment.
• Responds to requests from patrons (general public) and other City of Markham staff on a general facility issues and or maintenance requests.
• Performs grounds up keep and maintenance. Patrols the building looking for facility problems, safety hazards, or improper departmental operations.
• Responsible for the security of the building.
• Ensures that all policies and procedures are being followed by patrons and other PT maintenance staff as applicable
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Minimum one year experience working in a facility as asset
• Secondary School diploma.
• One year experience in recreational/cultural facility operations and maintenance or equivalent.
• Experience with associated materials, equipment operations, and maintenance procedures associated with a facility environment.
• Ability to complete basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Current certification in Standard First Aid, CPR, and Propane Handling an asset.
• Excellent customer service, teamwork, organization skills are required as is the ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be physically able to perform the bona fide requirements of the job. This position involves occasional heavy lifting.
  
  
  

CORE BEHAVIOURS

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.
  
  
  

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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