General Maintenance Technician - Temporary On Call

Trinity Western University; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Ottawa is looking for a facilities maintenance support role. This position focuses on general upkeep and maintenance tasks while ensuring a welcoming environment for users. Candidates should display strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive under pressure. Flexibility in availability and a valid driver's license are essential. The role supports the university's mission and values, emphasizing servant leadership and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Must be a dedicated evangelical Christian supporting university's mission.
• Experience in hospitality management is a plus.
• Must be able to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks and ensure upkeep of facilities.
• Execute task lists prepared by staff related to facility maintenance.
• Assist with event setup and takedown.
• Assist with cleaning and upkeep beyond regular contract tasks (dusting hard‑to‑reach locations, reorganization, mounting frames).
• Assist with seasonal custodial tasks (e.g., snow removal, raking leaves).

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Customer-service mindset

Team player

Basic maintenance skills

Time management

Strong communication skills

Flexibility in working hours

Valid driver’s license

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Job description

Position Purpose and Summary

This role supports the effective operation and upkeep of the LLC facilities and equipment, ensuring a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for all users. The position involves performing general maintenance tasks, including basic cleaning, organization, and minor repairs, with carpentry and plumbing experience considered an asset. Working collaboratively with the LLC staff team, this role contributes to the efficient use of the facility and enhances the overall experience for students and guests.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Complete task lists prepared by the LLC staff related to the organization, proper maintenance, and repair of the facility and related equipment.
• Identifying and properly disposing of materials that are no longer needed, outdated or in poor condition according to the direction of the LLC staff.
• Occasional task of setting up and taking down chairs, tables and other equipment related to LLC events.
• Assistance in cleaning and upkeep that falls outside the bounds of our regular cleaning contract (e.g., dusting of difficult to reach locations, reorganization of furniture mounting of picture frames, etc.).
• Assist with seasonal custodial tasks (e.g., clearing stairs of snow or raking leaves, etc.).

The Person

Skills And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer‑service‑oriented mindset.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups.
• Skills and experience in basic maintenance, carpentry, and plumbing tasks.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability to work flexible hours (daytime, weekend, and evenings) as needed.
• A valid driver’s license.

Personal

Driven and inspired by the idea of positively impacting the various marketplaces of life through the development of godly Christian leaders by serving the Trinity Western University community.

A dedicated and mature evangelical Christian with an earnest desire to serve in family, church, work, and community. Affirms and supports TWU’s mission, values, Statement of Faith, and Community Covenant. Strength of character and reputation, integrity, focused. A winsome personality with a positive and friendly attitude.

Servant-Leader Way of Life

Act in a manner that exemplifies Jesus Christ in all on and off‑campus contacts thereby living out the servant leadership mission of the university and contributing effectively towards achieving the institutional and Kingdom goals of the organization.

Key Internal Interactions

Reports: n/a

Reports to: PC or AD

Standards & Requirements

Education

• n/a

Experience

• Experience in cooking and hospitality management for large groups considered an asset.

Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing.

Trinity Western University encourages applications from all eligible candidates who are able to commit to the University’s mission, values, and Christian identity as articulated in its Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. We are committed to an ethic of inclusion and to the equal treatment of all persons without discrimination in accordance with human rights law.

We particularly invite applications from indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process should contact People & Culture.

Trinity Western University’s Laurentian Leadership Centre is located on the traditional ancestral territory of the Algonquin people.