Junior Maintenance Mechanic

Ainsworth Inc; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,968 - 34,095; Full time

Job summary

A diverse facilities management company in Ottawa is seeking a Junior Maintenance Mechanic who will ensure the smooth operation of facilities like the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Responsibilities include performing daily system checks, minor building repairs, and responding to service calls. Candidates should have a high school diploma, maintenance experience, and be bilingual in French and English. The pay rate ranges from $22.48 to $24.75 per hour, depending on the collective agreement.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include high school diploma and experience in building maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in French and English.
• Must be capable of working in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily verification of systems and facilities.
• Conduct minor repairs on building systems and infrastructure.
• Respond to service calls outside of regular hours.
• Assist in moving and repairing furniture.

Skills

Experience in general building maintenance

Bilingual (French and English)

Strong interpersonal skills

Outstanding customer service skills

Problem-solving skills

Physical ability to move heavy objects

Education

High school diploma

HVAC course

General building maintenance course

Job description

Job Summary

GDI Ainsworth is looking for a Junior Maintenance Mechanic (building operator) who will be assigned to the Canada Aviation and Space Museum and the Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa. The candidate will participate in the many interview activities to ensure a visitor experience and to ensure the continuity of real estate operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily verification of systems and facilities serving the building
• Perform various tasks related to building maintenance (replace light bulbs, minor repairs to doors & windows, locksmithing, minor domestic plumbing and electricity repairs, etc.)
• Perform all necessary minor repairs requested as well as all other manual tasks.
• Visual inspections and tours of the exterior of the building
• Make minor interventions at the level of electromechanical systems (i.e. replace filters, take readings from various meters, etc.).
• Respond to calls for services.
• Attend the preparation of special events
• Assist in the interventions of specialized subcontractors if requested by his immediate superior.
• Support for moving and repairing furniture
• Complete preventive and corrective work orders as requested by the Customer.
• Be available to answer service calls outside of regular working hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
• Provides support and backup for other administrative duties as requested

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma.
• Completed HVAC course an asset.
• Have completed a course in general building maintenance (an asset).
• Experience in general building maintenance.
• Be able to express themselves in French and English.
• Experience working with clients, contractors and responding to diverse demands.
• Have the physical ability to move heavy objects.
• Have the ability to work outdoors in hot (summer) and cold (winter) conditions.
• Skilled in both verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Outstanding customer service skills

Pay range is $22.48 to $24.75 per hour. The compensation for this position is as per the collective agreement.

This posting is for an active and current vacancy; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.