Maintenance Technician

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform repairs and maintenance tasks in Toronto. Responsibilities include ensuring buildings and equipment are operational, conducting preventive maintenance, and responding to occupant requests. Candidates should have high school completion, relevant experience, and a commitment to inclusivity in the workplace. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $28.07, working Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Three years of related work experience, technical training may substitute for experience.
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Ability to work independently and outdoors in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties, ensuring buildings and equipment are maintained.
• Inspect and report health and safety concerns.
• Respond to requests from building occupants.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Building maintenance tasks

Effective communication

Ability to use small tools

Education

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

Technical training

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

The University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing minor repairs and maintenance duties on a regular basis and some caretaking duties in University buildings. The campus values inclusive excellence and community partnerships with Indigenous hosts and diverse communities.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to equity, diversity and excellence and welcomes candidates from Black, Indigenous, and other racialized communities to apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance duties to ensure buildings, fixtures and equipment are maintained to standard and in good working order, including repairing/replacing and adjusting equipment, fixtures, furniture and appliances; minor carpentry/woodwork; hardware replacement and repair; light replacement; switch and receptacle installation; hanging pictures, signs and banners; key cutting; rod/bracket installations; changing locks; replacing screens, windows, tap washers; drains inspection; basic floor plans; vacuuming water; locating water problems; moving heavy items; and completing room setups.
• General maintenance of lights, equipment and building fixtures (e.g., springs, appliances, closures, washers, seals, flooring/ceiling tile repair or replacement, caulking, basic wall repair, minor painting).
• Maintain internal signage.
• Inspect, maintain and repair Ving card hardware; troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment as required.
• Maintain accessibility operators in good working order.
• Perform visual inspections of building, equipment, fixtures and appliances and report or perform maintenance as needed.
• Clear entranceways to buildings and residences of snow and ice, lay salt.
• Perform preventative maintenance and check fire and safety equipment, reporting items requiring specialized repair.
• Observe, correct and/or report health and safety concerns (e.g., broken or missing fire/safety equipment).
• Follow established fire alarm protocol, check alarm panels, communicate with Fire Department, and reset systems according to established rules; replace smoke detector and security alarm batteries on a regular schedule.
• Report damaged or defective equipment; advise supervisor on repairs required and follow up to ensure completion.
• Clean and mop floors; clean residences and related buildings, equipment and surrounding areas; remove garbage.
• Liaise with supervisors, administrative staff and students to ensure Work Order Requests, maintenance and cleanliness meet local and University Building Standards and Health and Safety standards in a timely and safe fashion.
• Respond to requests of building occupants and contractors; provide information, supplies or services related to building maintenance; accompany and direct parties as needed.
• Properly store and maintain inventory of materials and equipment; order supplies as applicable.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of work completed; complete work orders and special projects; perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent; technical training is desirable.
• Experience: Three years of related work experience; technical training may be substituted for experience.
• Other: Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience with a variety of building maintenance tasks; knowledge of building operations, floor plans, equipment and health, safety and cleanliness standards; ability to use small hand tools, power tools, ladders and elevated platforms; physical and technical ability to perform duties; familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations applicable to this work; effective English communication (oral and written); ability to use a cell phone, pager, and radio; tact and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff; computer skills; ability to work independently; ability to work outdoors in inclement weather; commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and a respectful work environment.

Additional Information

• Note: The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
• Closing Date: 09/23/2025, 11:59 PM ET
• Employee Group: Hourly
• Personnel Subarea: CUPE F/T L3261
• Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Pay Scale: Job Rate: 28.07/hr
• Job Category: Facilities/Ancillary Services

Diversity and Accessibility

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging. Applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities are encouraged. Diversity information is collected for institutional planning purposes. A Diversity Survey may be part of the application process and is voluntary and confidential.

Accessibility: The University is committed to accessibility and will provide accommodations during the application process as required. For accommodations, please contact [e-mail].