Maintenance Mechanic

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The Ministry of the Solicitor General, Central East Correctional Centre, seeks a highly skilled and knowledgeable trades professional to provide general maintenance in a number of skilled trades for the institution.

This position supervises offender helpers. Salary note for Custodial Responsibility Allowance (K-1) applies.

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OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• Operate, troubleshoot, replace, repair and maintain heating, ventilation and fire systems, and electro-mechanical devices and subsystems
• Check the boiler room and refrigeration system, and conduct chemical tests
• Operate and maintain pumps, burners, water softeners, kitchen items and grounds equipment
• Replace and clean air and roll media filters; lubricate and tighten belts when necessary
• Repair and maintain tubular steel furniture, water tanks, power plant equipment, security screens, steel structures, and security and non-security locks
• Perform emergency repairs, and assist other trades professionals as required
• Complete and maintain accurate tracking logs and records
• Provide supervision and instructions to offender helpers

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How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You are certified in one of the skilled trades as recognized by the Ontario Government and/or you possess equivalent experience.
• You have a current First Aid and Heartsaver certificate or the ability to obtain them upon employment.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• You have advanced knowledge of at least one recognized skilled trade, and a working knowledge of other skilled (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, welding, brick laying) and semi-skilled trades.
• You can perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks (e.g. painting, carpentry, welding, lock repair and HVAC maintenance).
• You can operate and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning and fire systems, as well as instrumentation and control systems.
• You can review information on automated systems and perform quality assurance checks.
• You can interpret, organize and complete blueprints, schematics, specification diagrams and drawings.

Legislative Knowledge

• You can interpret and apply relevant legislation, municipal by-laws and codes, and provincial building codes.
• You have the ability to obtain and apply correctional facility security requirements (i.e., lockouts, tagouts and elevated work procedures).
• You have knowledge of 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.
• You have knowledge of environmental waste management regulations for garbage and hazardous waste.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You can discuss work projects with other trades people, liaise with correctional staff, and ensure work in completed in a timely manner.
• You can complete reports on assigned projects and maintain accurate logs.
• You can provide instructions in the safe use of power equipment and hand tools.
• You can access information on warranty and service agreements to prepare reports, and respond to inquiries.

Computer Skills

• You are proficient with computer applications and computer systems for monitoring automated systems (e.g., mechanical and electrical equipment, electronic locking systems, building environmental controls and fence security monitors, closed circuit TV, etc.).

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Additional information:

Note:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
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How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.
Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .