Skilled Trades Worker - Appendix D/ Temporary Assignment

algonquincollege; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Algonquin College is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Operations Services department on-site at the Woodroffe Campus in Ottawa. The role focuses on skilled and semi-skilled work related to general maintenance and repairs of buildings, equipment, fixtures, and furniture.

Qualified candidates bring Millwright or Carpentry certification and at least five years of hands-on experience in building maintenance, construction, or carpentry.

Qualifications

• Millwright or carpenter trade certification is required.
• Minimum five years of hands-on maintenance, construction, or carpentry experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repairs of buildings, equipment, fixtures, and furniture.
• Install signs, floor tiles, blinds, shelves, fixtures, and related components.
• Prioritize and assign work orders and ensure materials are available for apprentices.
• Patch, paint, repair, and install doors, windows, and related structures; perform minor renovations.
• Assist with security and campus setup during events and evacuations; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Millwright

Carpenter

Education

Millwright trade certification

Carpenter trade certification

Job description

Department: Operation Services

Position Type: Full-Time Support

Salary Range: $41.20-$47.57-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Anticipated Start Date: October 19, 2026

Length of Contract: 1-month

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date: October 21, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment: Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Technical Services and Energy Conservation the incumbent acts as a point of contact for Apprentices and provides them with input and direction as it relates to skilled and semi-skilled work related to general maintenance and repairs of buildings, equipment, fixtures and furniture.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Technical Services and Energy Conservation the incumbent performs skilled and semi-skilled work related to general maintenance and repairs of buildings, equipment, fixtures, furniture;
• The incumbent is responsible for installation of signs, floor tiles, blackboards, tack boards, overhead screens, ceiling tiles, blinds, dispensers, shelves, equipment components, furniture, baseboards, mounting of garbage cans, plug and switch plates, washroom accessories, drywall installation and repair, doors, windows, brick and block walls, ceramic and quarry tiles, glass, etc.;
• The incumbent is responsible for prioritizing and assigning work orders and ensuring that the necessary materials and supplies required for completing repairs are available for apprentices;
• The incumbent is responsible for patching large areas, painting offices, halls, classrooms, stairways, lockers, exterior doors, staining, wood refinishing, repairing/assembly of furniture, repairing carpets, cabinets and shelves, sheet metal repair metal clad walls, caulking, adjustments of windows, repair/adjusting/greasing doors, roof repairs, and minor structural renovations. Repair or installation of new locks. The incumbent installs and replaces light lenses, changes electrical cables and motors in vacuum cleaners and floor machines. Repairs electrical roll-up fire doors;
• Performs other duties within the buildings or on the outside grounds, assisting security in redirecting students and staff and traffic during fire evacuations, College set ups and other duties as assigned and other duties as directed by the Supervisor and/or Manager;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Millwright, Carpenter trade certification;
• Minimum five (5) years working experience in any of the following trades: Building maintenance, construction, millwright, carpentry.

This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus

* This position is paid at Payband I

* Vacancy is for P23616

Why Join Algonquin College?

Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion ), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development . Availability depends on role and employment status .

Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) : We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change) .

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