General Maintenance Worker, Waterfront

George Brown College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work opportunities

Pension plan

Holiday and vacation time

Tuition assistance

Discounted continuing education

Job summary

George Brown Polytechnic is seeking a General Maintenance Worker (Waterfront) to perform skilled manual tasks across plumbing, electrical, HVAC and related systems at the 51 Dockside Drive campus. The role is full-time, 100% on-site, with a starting payband G at $35.29 per hour and a 40-hour week.

Immediate start; closing date Oct 23, 2026. The successful candidate will have a two-year Apprenticeship in General Maintenance, locksmithing credentials, and at least five years of relevant experience

Qualifications

• Two-year Certificate of Apprenticeship in General Maintenance.
• Completion of Locksmithing Courses – The Association of Ontario Locksmiths is required.
• Minimum of five years’ practical maintenance experience in buildings/equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates service providers, quotes, and procurement approvals.
• Provides plumbing, mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Performs skilled trades tasks, HVAC preparation and winterization.
• Supports building automation coordination and system parameter changes.
• Assesses material needs and recommends purchases to management.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

Two-year Apprenticeship in General Maintenance

Locksmithing courses

Job description

Competition Number: REQ 7491

TITLE: General Maintenance Worker, Waterfront

DIVISION: Facilities & Sustainability

SALARY: Payband G, startingrate $35.29 per hour

SCHEDULE: Mondayto Friday (varied)

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

LOCATION: 51 Dockside Drive

WORK MODALITY: 100% On-site

STATUS: Full-Time Support

VACANCY: Replacement

EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately

CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2026

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

Equity Statement

George Brown Polytechnic is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

GBP Vision

To be a polytechnic renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the General Maintenance Worker performs a variety of skilled manual tasks and duties in support of various generalmaintenance services provided by the Facilities Management Department but notlimited to plumbing, architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical thatmay include, installs, repairs, to maintain building components and equipment,utilizing power and hand tools, on any of the Polytechnic Campuses provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates, acting as point of contact and organizing service providers and acquiring quotes, procure resources and get approval to proceed from respective management, for needed contractors called by facilities or other departments to provide various services to the polytechnic.
• Provides plumbing, mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs (emergency and preventative), as requested and required for polytechnic facilities.
• Provides skilled trades as requested and required to perform repairs or other duties. Includes changing filters or fan belts, preparing HVAC systems for operation or winterization.
• Helps with building automation coordination efforts, accessing light, blinds or HVAC system to change parameters and settings for occupants needs.
• Makes recommendations to the Coordinator or Campus Manager on required material and equipment purchases to perform the above tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Two-year Certificate of Apprenticeship in General Maintenance or other related field.
• Completion of Locksmithing Courses – The Association of Ontario Locksmiths is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ practical, related work experience in tasks associated with repair/maintenance of buildings and equipment, in industrial, commercial, or institutional environments.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute own work.
• Must adhere to policies and procedures as set out in various manuals, i.e., safety information (WHIMIS), Building Codes, material, and equipment specifications, etc.
• Good judgment and accuracy; attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to stoop, bend and work in tight spaces; ability to lift over 20 kg or 44 lbs. (i.e., machinery components, motors, ladders etc.).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills at a professional level.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the polytechnic’s priorities on equity, diversity, inclusion and Indigenization (EDII).

Interview Process

Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.

Notes

• The Polytechnic requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.
• Priority will be given to internal candidates per our Support Staff Collective Agreement. External candidates are welcome to apply, and their applications will be considered after the internal review is complete. George Brown Polytechnic may keep applications for up to 12 months and may contact you for future opportunities.

About Us

George Brown Polytechnic prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a great place to work. See why we are consistently ranked as one of GTA’s top employers.

George Brown Polytechnic offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates who require accommodation in the hiring process may contact [e-mail] confidentially.