Talent Pool - Maintenance Mechanic

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Lindsay, Ontario is seeking a dedicated maintenance mechanic for a temporary contract at Central East Correctional Centre. You will join a small maintenance team, escort tradespeople, perform general upkeep, and support facility operations on a flexible schedule.

The role requires skilled-trades certification or equivalent experience, a valid G license, and a Heartsaver/First Aid certificate (or be able to obtain one before hire).

Qualifications

• Certified in one of the skilled trades as recognized by the Ontario Government, or equivalent experience.
• Current First Aid and Heartsaver certificate or ability to obtain before hire.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Escort and assist skilled tradespeople during maintenance, renovation and repair tasks.
• Perform general maintenance and building upkeep (e.g., light bulbs, painting).
• Operate and maintain pumps, water systems, kitchen and grounds equipment.

Skills

Skilled trades

First Aid

Driver's license

Job description

Apply By:Friday, November 6, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Temporary contract for up to 6 months with possible extension

Job code:

$26.98 - $29.90 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Put your skills to the test as you provide critical help in ensuring our facilities are safe and maintained.Join our dynamic team in beautifulLindsay - a town that offers a variety of experiences including theater, festivals, historic sites, museums, artisan studios as well as streets lined with locally-owned shops, galleries, and restaurants. We look forward to welcoming onededicated maintenance mechanicwho will conduct general maintenance, as well as escort external tradespeople throughout our facilities while they perform skilled trades work.

About the job

Working as part of a small maintenance team at the Central East Correctional Centre, you will enjoy a variety of tasks as well as a flexible work schedule. In this role you can expect to:

• Escort and help skilled tradespeople while they perform a variety of maintenance, renovation and repair tasks
• Perform general maintenance and building upkeep duties such as changing light bulbs, painting, etc.
• Operate and maintain various pumps/burners, water softeners, kitchen and grounds equipment

Please note: This position requires you to work on an on-call basis. The hours of work are 0 to 40 hours per week, including weekends and statutory holidays, based on operational requirements and with no guaranteed hours.

Mandatory requirements

• You are certified in one of the skilled trades as recognized by the Ontario Government, or you have equivalent experience
• You have a current First Aid and Heartsaver certificate, or the ability to obtain these before hire
• You have a valid Ontario Class "G" drivers license

Skilled Trades Knowledge and Experience:

• perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks (e.g. painting, carpentry, welding, lock repair)
• operate and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning and fire systems, as well as instrumentation and control systems
• interpret, organize and complete blueprints, schematics, specification diagrams and drawings

Legislative Knowledge:

• interpret and apply relevant legislation, municipal by-laws and codes, and provincial building codes
• obtain and apply correctional facility security requirements (i.e., lockouts, tagouts and elevated work procedures)
• understand and apply the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Occupational Health and Safety Act, and institutional security practices and procedures to recognize workplace hazards and security breaches, and ensure prompt corrective action

Communication Skills:

• discuss work projects with others and ensure work is completed on time
• complete reports on assigned projects and maintain accurate logs
• access information about warranty and service agreements
• prepare reports and respond to inquiries

Computer Skills:

• You are able to use computer applications and automated systems

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

Our managers foster a supportive and collaborative environment through open communication, an open-door policy, and regular feedback. They emphasize inclusivity, respect, and shared goals, empowering team members and adapting to individual preferences.

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups.
• comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs
• base salary that aligns to market trends with scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly, and accessible physical work environment

Additional information:

Apply by:

Friday, November 6, 2026 11:59 pm EST

• English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 541 Hwy 36 RR 1, Lindsay, East Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
• The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next eighteen months following the closing date of the job ad posting.
• About security checks: A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities. If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in. Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.