Maintenance Mechanic

Join our dynamic team in a challenging and critical role! Located in a large maximum security detention centre, we are looking for a dedicated individual to take on the responsibilities of general maintenance, repairs, and various skilled trades tasks. As part of the Ottawa Carleton Detention team, you'll play an important role in the maintenance and upkeep of our facility. Your skills will be put to the test as you provide expert trades services, general maintenance, and compliance with safety regulations.

NOTE: This position requires 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. There is a requirement to be on-call once a month on a rotational basis.

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.

What can I expect to do in this role?• Perform regular preventive maintenance and inspections on equipment and various mechanical operating systems including furnace systems, air conditioning systems, etc.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment while performing duties
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Complete all necessary reports and records related to repairs, maintenance, inspections and incidents.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, in a timely manner

How do I qualify?Mandatory• You have job required certification in one of the skilled trades by the designated ministry of the Ontario government or equivalent experience.
• You are First Aid and Heart Saver certified or can obtain these upon hire.

Technical Expertise• You have strong expertise in a recognized skilled trade and working knowledge of other skilled trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, welding, etc.) to perform a range of repairs, renovations, and participate in other related projects.
• You know how to work within applicable legislation, regulations (e.g., Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Occupational Health and Safety Act) and practices to ensure safety protocols are followed and safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• 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.

Communication Skills• You have oral communication skill to discuss work projects with other trades people, liaise with correctional staff, and ensure work in completed in a timely manner.
You have written communication skills to draft reports and maintain accurate logs.
• You can provide instructions in the safe use of power equipment and hand tools.
• You can review information on warranty and service agreements to prepare reports and respond to inquiries.

Analytical Skills• You possess analytical skills to provide input into reports, recognize workplace hazards and security breaches in order to take prompt corrective action.
• You can review information on automated systems and perform quality assurance checks.
• You can interpret, organize, and complete blueprints, schematics, specification diagrams and drawings.

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.).

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 job description 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.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, January 10, 2025 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.

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