Maintenance Technician I - Paris Street

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization is seeking a Maintenance Services Worker for a limited position in Greater Sudbury. This role involves various janitorial and maintenance tasks, including minor repairs and groundskeeping. Candidates should have a secondary education and relevant experience in maintenance services. A valid driver's license and the ability to work in a team with minimal supervision are required. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and entails participation in an on-call emergency rotation.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2.5 years of related experience in maintenance or janitorial services.
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial tasks including cleaning and minor repairs.
• Participate in after-hours on-call emergency rotation.
• Maintain and report building systems and work logs.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Minor repair techniques

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication

Occupational health and safety practices

Valid driver's license

Education

Secondary School (Grade XII) Education

Tools

Maintenance tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description

Section: Maintenance Services

Division: Housing Operations

Department: Community Services

Initial Reporting Location: 1960 Paris Street

Job Status: Limited position

Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) months (may be extended)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Housing Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - Days/Afternoons

Rate of Pay: $31.08 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

A vulnerable sector check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your vulnerable sector check with your application.

Must be able to participate in after hours on-call rotation for emergencies.

Characteristic Duties

• Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and Manager of Maintenance Services.
• Janitorial: minor cleaning when required includes; dusting, polishing, washing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, garbage collection, moving furniture, floor stripping, waxing vacant unit preparation, etc.
• Maintenance: minor repairs including; plumbing, electrical, heating/venting, carpentry, painting, flooring, ceramic tiles, hardware, appliances, drywall, vacant unit preparation, assistance with contractor entries into units, etc.
• Groundskeeping: maintenance including; mowing and trimming grass, pruning, planting, cultivating, watering, raking, sweeping, litter pick up, garbage collection, sanding, salting, clearing walks of snow and ice, etc.
• General: participate including, moving furniture/appliances, waste management/recycling program, showing vacant units to prospective tenants, assisting staff and contractors, assisting emergency officials, responding to emergencies and call outs, other related duties.
• Location of Work: primarily all buildings and properties within an assigned portfolio area and occasionally within all other portfolio areas, properties and buildings within the GSHC portfolio as assigned, including;
• Interior Building – space/areas and rooms including; public, apartment units, service, storage, equipment, vacant units, etc.
• Exterior Building – space/areas and rooms including; roof, balcony, wall, openings, garage, etc.
• Grounds – yard area including; stoops, walks, service drives, lawn(s), parking, etc.
• Other – assignments including; temporary redeployment to other areas.
• Recording and Accountability:
• Complete building systems reports including preventive maintenance logs, work logs, smoke detector tests, fire log book, work order forms, inventory logs, WHMIS, etc.
• Report to supervisor required maintenance repairs, progress reports, tenant disturbances.
• Log tenant requests, complete and log work orders.
• Will be required to participate in a standby rotation to perform after-hours emergency calls.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Over (1) year up to and including two and a half (2½) years of related experience.
• A good working knowledge, skill and ability to complete janitorial cleaning methods, minor repair techniques, operation of equipment and hand tools, and grounds maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety practices and use of materials.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet set deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision and to follow instructions exercising tact and diplomacy.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, and have an acceptable driving record.
• Provide, at own cost, a Vulnerable Sector Check.

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How To Apply

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We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

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All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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