Maintenance Assistant - Open until filled

Government of Manitoba; Flin Flon; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government is seeking Maintenance Assistants for full-time positions in Flin Flon and The Pas, Manitoba. The role involves preventative and corrective maintenance of government facilities. Candidates should have experience in building maintenance, safety knowledge, and strong problem-solving skills. Expected to work legally in Canada and provide a criminal record check. Apply via email with job title and advertisement number.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with general building, grounds and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety policies.
• Ability to analyze and problem solve.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain heating and cooling equipment.
• Assist tradespersons and grounds keeper.
• Conduct daily checks and inspections on life safety systems.

Skills

General building maintenance

Workplace health and safety knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Trade designation (5th class Power Engineer)

Job description

Overview

MAN Maintenance Assistant – Regular/full-time position within Public Service Delivery, Operations-District 4, Asset Management. Facilities located in District 4 in The Pas and Flin Flon, Manitoba.

Compensation and Schedule

Salary: MAN $43,158.00 - $50,713.00 per year plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable. Closing Date: September 30, 2025.

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drive a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply; first consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

All applications received within ten (10) calendar days of the posting date will be accepted and considered for further evaluation. If the position remains unfilled, applications may continue to be accepted until the closing date. To ensure your application is considered, apply within the initial ten (10) day posting period.

The Manitoba government is seeking highly motivated Maintenance Assistants to work within the Asset Management Division of Public Service Delivery. There are positions available at facilities within District 4 in The Pas and Flin Flon.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an Application Screening Form.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Satisfactory Security Check and Child Abuse Registry may be required.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence and be able to work in other locations within the Division as needed.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including sitting, lifting, reaching, working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience with general building, grounds and equipment maintenance including performing preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety, policies and legislation.
• Ability to analyze and problem solve.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive working relationships.
• Verbal communication skills.
• Written communication skills.

Desired:

• Trade designation (5th class Power Engineer, partial or full trades certificate, BOMI Certificate)

Duties

The Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of tasks relating to the operation and maintenance of government facilities such as office buildings, housing units and correctional centres. They are primarily responsible for duties such as preventative and corrective maintenance activities inside and outside of the buildings, maintaining heating and cooling equipment, assisting tradespersons and grounds keeper, performing daily checks, inspections and preventative maintenance on life safety systems and helping maintain client relations.

Apply to

Advertisement # 41142

Service Centre 3
Human Resource Services
600-155 Carlton Street
Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3H8

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. If a grievance is filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor\'s representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.