26-017 Operating Engineer – Shift Leader

Toronto District School Board; Toronto; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto District School Board invites applications for the position of Operating Engineer – Shift Leader. Under the direction of the Facility Team Leader, Caretaking Team Leader and Head Caretaker, the Shift Leader will provide services in one of the Operations, Maintenance and Community Use Learning Centres.

Rate of Pay: $32.99 - $33.49 per hour. This posting is for a 12-month caretaking shift leader role requiring a valid 4th Class Engineer licence and Grade 10 education.

Qualifications

• Clear written and spoken English communication.
• Proficiency with computers and basic software.
• Commitment to service and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work with diverse staff and public.

Responsibilities

• Directing caretaking staff during the shift.
• Operate heating/ventilation systems and related equipment.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness to current standards.
• Keep records and coordinate workload with leadership.
• Perform duties related to grounds and building maintenance.

Skills

English communication

IT proficiency

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

4th Class Engineering Certification

Job description

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all diverse students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.
Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

TDSB uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including the initial review of applications. These tools operate based on predefined criteria and do not make final hiring decisions. If you have questions or concerns about the use of AI in the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] .

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Job Description

JOB POSTING

CUPE 4400D/26/017

POSTED: September 25, 2026

DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m., October 25, 2026

Operations, Maintenance and Community Use

CUPE Local 4400, Unit D – 12 Months

Rate of Pay: $32.99 - $33.49 per hour

Overall Purpose

THIS POSTING IS BEING ADVERTISED INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY AT THIS

The Toronto District School Board invites applications for the position of Operating Engineer – Shift Leader. Under the direction of the Facility Team Leader, the Caretaking Team Leader and the Head Caretaker, the Operating Engineer - Shift Leader will provide services in one of the Operations, Maintenance and Community Use Learning Centres.

Summary of Duties

The Operating Engineer – Shift Leader participates as an active team member by:

• Providing a safe, healthy and comfortable environment for all building occupants in accordance with current caretaking cleaning standards.
• Directing the work of the on-site caretaking staff during the shift.
• Performing caretaking duties – including operating heating and ventilation equipment; pool maintenance; receiving and delivering supplies; lifting; climbing; floor cleaning; mopping; moving furniture; relamping; lunch room program duties; grounds cleaning and maintenance including grass cutting, snow and ice removal, maintenance of grounds, garbage removal; operating heavy powered cleaning equipment; etc.
• Ensuring the safe and continuous operation of all building operating equipment in accordance with provincial/municipal statutes and Board policies and procedures.
• Maintaining a co-operative working relationship with the Principal, academic and support staff and all other members of the school community.
• Maintaining appropriate records as required.
• Performing special duties as may be assigned by the Facility Team Leader, Caretaking Team Leader or Regional Manager.
• Inspection/identification of deficiencies and/or hazards.

Qualifications

• A good command of written and oral English and the proven ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous and tactful manner.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Information Technology including the use of computers and related software applications.
• Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and quality initiatives.
• Ability to maintain a co-operative working relationship with other members of Board staff at all levels and the general public.
• A good work record including a record of reliable attendance and punctuality.
• A demonstrated ability to learn and perform a large variety of job-related duties, including directing staff and the co- ortination of the caretaking workload of the shift.
• Proven ability to direct staff and delegate workload effectively, including the ability to pro- actively identify and problem solve in the workplace.
• Proven ability to maintain a level of cleanliness in buildings, grounds and on premises consistent with current T.D.S.B. standards.
• A good working knowledge of the care, operation and maintenance of building heating and security systems, building alarm and monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety issues relevant to the role of Shift Leader.
• Physical ability to perform Shift Leader duties.
• A demonstrated commitment to work effectively in an environment which promotes equitable practices and values diversity.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision

Special Requirements

• A valid Operating Engineer’s Licence (minimum 4 th Class) in accordance with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority.
• Grade 10 or approved equivalent education.
• Applicants lacking the formal educational requirements but with extensive related experience will be considered.

Shift: Based on operational needs
Hours of Work: 8 hours per day
Work Year: 12 months
Rate of Pay:

Additional Information

• Applicants must submit a valid, current copy of required licences or certifications.
• It is the Applicants responsibility to ensure their resume and covering letter is received prior to 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.
• Applicants who do not have the required qualifications will not be considered.
• At the current time, this position is being advertised both internally and externally, therefore, should there be no qualified applicants from within, external candidates will be considered.
• Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
• The Employer shall review the hours of work of existing employees and the economic impact which will result if the Employer offers this position to such employee. Employees whose combined total hours of work of this advertised position and any other position(s) held at the TDSB attract overtime under the ESA shall not be considered for this vacancy.

(For internal applicants only)

• Applicants who hold their 4th Class (or higher) Engineering Certification and are on CUPE 4400 Unit D Seniority List A from within the Caretaking Grouping will be given first consideration followed by Seniority List A applicants within any other Unit D Grouping. If no satisfactory applicant is available from CUPE 4400 Unit D Seniority List A, applicants from CUPE 4400 Unit D Seniority List B shall be considered, as per Article P of the Collective Agreement.
• Consideration will then be given to any applicants who hold their 4th Class (or higher) Engineering Certification.
• An employee transferring from List B to List A shall not be entitled to rely on seniority accumulated as a List B Employee for the purposes of Layoff, Recall or Job Posting and Promotion Process.
• Under the provisions of the collective agreement, the successful applicant will be considered as part of the Caretaking Grouping and not the Group from which they previously belonged. To understand the impact, please contact your Supervisor and/or your union representative.
• Where an employee is successful posting/bidding to a position in a different grouping, the employee shall be subject to a three (3) month trial period. Employees from the caretaking grouping who are not successful in their new position during the trial period will be returned to the unassigned pool of the Learning Centre that they originally left and be frozen from bidding for six (6) months. Should the employees from other groupings not be successful in their new position during the trial period then the employee shall return to their previous position, if available, subject to Article BB. And be frozen from bidding for six (6) months.

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