Installation Technician

Senate of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senate of Canada is seeking an Installation Technician to prepare committee rooms and other areas for functions, assist with office moves for Senators and staff, and deliver, assemble and fit out furniture and equipment. The ideal candidate has at least two years of maintenance experience, a secondary school diploma, and the ability to lift heavy items; a technical degree is an asset.

The role requires sound judgment, safety, and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience carrying out maintenance duties such as minor repairs, painting, installing accessories, assembling furniture and room installation;
• Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education and/or experience;
• The incumbent must be able to lift furniture weighing more than 50 pounds and carry, with the assistance of co‑workers, heavy items weighing more than 200 pounds in narrow corridors, service elevators or high stairs;
• A technical degree or skilled trades certificate would be considered a strong asset;
• Experience in the safe handling and transportation objects such as heritage furniture, antiques, fragile goods and other equipment;
• Knowledge of the methods, techniques, practices and processes involved in the provision of installation services;
• Ability to read and comprehend installation instructions to ensure the requirements are met;
• Ability to provide a high‑quality customer service experience;
• Ability to use excellent judgement and to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• The Installation Technician works with their peers to prepare committee rooms and other designated areas for special functions.
• It is also requested to make office moves for Senators and Senate Administration staff.
• The technician makes repairs, paints the walls of offices.
• The successful candidate will be called upon to deliver, assemble and fit out different types of furniture, equipment, screens, partitions, shelves, all handled with care according to the procedures in place.
• Maybe call to help the driver unload the delivery truck.
• The incumbent must apply sound judgment, follow health and safety standards, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Maintenance duties

Painting

Furniture installation

Room installation

Customer service

Education

Secondary school diploma

Technical degree or skilled trades certificate (asset)

Job description

Classification: PSC-SEN-04: $55,985 - $70,839

Closing Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026

About the Senate

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.
As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?

The Installation Technician works with their peers to prepare committee rooms and other designated areas for special functions. It is also requested to make office moves for Senators and Senate Administration staff. The technician makes repairs, paints the walls of offices. The successful candidate will be called upon to deliver, assemble and fit out different types of furniture, equipment, screens, partitions, shelves, all handled with care according to the procedures in place. Maybe call to help the driver unload the delivery truck. The incumbent must apply sound judgment, follow health and safety standards, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Open to

The general public to staff one (1) determinate full-time position for a period of one (1) year in Property and Services Directorate

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier‑free hiring process. You are entitled to apply in the official language of your choice (English or French) and you can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Prerequisites

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience carrying out maintenance duties such as minor repairs, painting, installing accessories, assembling furniture and room installation;
• Successful completion of secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education and/or experience;
• The incumbent must be able lift furniture weighing more than 50 pounds and carry, with the assistance of co‑workers, heavy items weighing more than 200 pounds in narrow corridors, service elevators or high stairs;
• A technical degree or skilled trades certificate would be considered a strong asset;
• Experience in the safe handling and transportation objects such as heritage furniture, antiques, fragile goods and other equipment;
• Knowledge of the methods, techniques, practices and processes involved in the provision of installation services;
• Ability to read and comprehend installation instructions to ensure the requirements are met;
• Ability to provide a high‑quality customer service experience;
• Ability to use excellent judgement and to manage competing priorities.

Linguistic Requirements

French Oral Interaction: B

Integrity
Respect
Service
Action Management
Adaptability
Dependability
Communication
Teamwork and cooperation

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation to be eligible for appointment.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.