The County of Huron's

Social and Property Services Department

is seeking

Two (2) Full-time Maintenance Technicians to Join the Team!

We are hiring for our Clinton and Wingham locations.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician completes repairs and preventative maintenance at assigned sites while maintaining a safe working and housing environment.

Typical duties will include, but not be limited to general maintenance and repair in carpentry, plumbing, specific grounds maintenance and snow removal, and building systems, including structures, interiors and equipment. The Maintenance Technician will oversee the operation and servicing of building systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and security and will identify electrical issues. Responsibilities also include the completion of daily logs, the ability to maintain accurate and concise records, implementing scheduled testing and exercising independent judgment as necessary. When requested or as needed, provide assistance to contractors and emergency personnel, and report social concerns and incidents to appropriate staff. This position will normally work 35 regular hours per week and may require occasional after-hours emergency callouts.

What We Offer:

At the County of Huron, we’re committed to offering a modern work environment that puts people first. We are a Certified Living Wageemployer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We offer our staff competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

The County of Huron offers a diverse portfolio of employment opportunities. When you join our team, you’ll have the benefit of working with and learning from, people who have a broad range of skills and knowledge. We offer training, mentorship, and career development opportunities to all staff. When you work for the County of Huron, you invest in the community, and you benefit from seeing the results of your efforts firsthand. It’s a great place to work!

Learn more about working for the County of Huron: https://vimeo.com/699170923

Role and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and promote the confidentiality of tenant information and other data.
• Interact with tenants and the public as necessary in performing duties and providing customer service.
• Applies approved operating policies, procedures and legislation and supplements the judgment and initiative

of the Operations Supervisor.

• Uses initiative and judgment to solve problems at county-owned municipal and housing properties.
• Performs carpentry repairs to interior/exterior-including doors, windows, screens, kitchen cabinets,

countertops, moulding and baseboards, replace caulking and weather stripping, repairs to floor and tub tiles,
interior/exterior walls, porches, steps, drywall repairs and replacements.

• Plumbing repairs include the replacement of sinks, toilets, vanities, showerheads, and faucets, general repairs to

these items include the unclogging of drains and toilets and flushing water heaters. Performs general plumbing
maintenance such as repair of leaks in drains and faucets, and replacing drain hoses or washers. Plumbing work
may consist of hot work and soldering of pipes.

• Identify and investigate electrical concerns and request an electrical contractor to complete the work, if

required.

• Performs mechanical repairs to items such as door closers, deadbolts, locks and other door hardware as

required.

• Service appliances, which includes troubleshooting concerns with building washers and dryers, refrigerators

and stoves, and air conditioning units.

• Maintain keys and key log books.
• Assess, prioritize and implement a routine to ensure the timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain main entrance doors and closet doors through all Housing units.
• Monitors fire alarm systems and equipment, troubleshoot problems with life safety equipment and ensures

repairs are conducted in a timely manner.

• Oversees the operations and servicing of the HVAC systems, equipment, and accessible lift. Make

adjustments to the building automation systems. Perform furnace troubleshooting.

• Ensures maintenance of grounds by completing repairs to fences and snow removal from County buildings

and Housing Corporation buildings, as required.

• Authorization to purchase supplies and equipment within pre-determined limits at local outlets for repairs

and maintenance of apartment buildings and family units and County buildings. Authorization to procure
local trades as required in the absence of a direct supervisor or in emergency situations.

• Acquire and have knowledge of all County buildings in case of emergencies, ie gas shut-offs, water supply,

main electrical disconnects, sprinkler systems, etc.

• Assist with the development of the scope of work for move-out unit restorations.
• Replace displaced security cameras, and report vandalism.
• Provide daily administration of all life safety systems including fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems,

emergency lighting and generator equipment for compliance with the Fire Code.

• Liaison with contractors to explain building-specific conditions relative to the work being completed. In the

absence of a direct supervisor monitors the progress of operational and capital work and reports issues.

• Acts as first contact and liaison with the fire department, ambulance and police during emergencies, as outlined

under the Fire Safety Plan. Reports tenant and health and safety issues to Supervisor. Call 911 when
appropriate.

• Responds to queries from housing tenants, building contacts, other County staff and building tenants with

occupancies in County owned buildings.

• Operate and maintain an inventory of required supplies.
• Ensure proper use of protective equipment and clothing.
• Maintains log books on ice and snow days, work locations for covid tracing, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• The position may require the incumbent to be available for after-hours emergency calls including weekends

and statutory holidays, but it is not a mandatory condition.

• Must be highly motivated, working well alone and with others.
• Provide guidance and direction to summer students and new employees on work tasks.
• Coverage of other areas due to staff absences.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

• Grade 12 secondary school diploma
• Four years experience working in a multi-unit residential environment or a trade, such as carpentry,

plumbing, electrical or HVAC

• Competent in the use of hand and powers tools, testing and diagnostic equipment
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• General knowledge of provincial codes and regulations, including building and Fire Codes, Occupational

Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, TSSA regulations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including awareness of social issues, and the ability to deal

tactfully and resourcefully with tenants.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to work with a variety of personalities with tact, solid customer service skills, teamwork and

interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and positive team attitude. Able to build and maintain relationships with

other Departments, contractors, vendors and government agencies.

• Basic mathematical skills are required in taking measurements and reporting.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Committed to working in an interdisciplinary, diverse setting.
• Commitment to non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, and supporting tenants.
• Knowledge of elevators, lifts, building automation systems and standby generators
• WHMIS and First Aid, or the ability to obtain.
• Computer literacy with the ability to use a smartphone and computer/tablet, including effective working skills in

Outlook.

Additional Notes:

• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for use in corporate business, and ability to provide a clean driver’s abstract.

Competitive Compensation:

• $28.14 - $32.92 per hour; as per the 2022 non-union wage grid
• Comprehensive benefits package
• OMERS pension plan

Please forward your letter of application and resume by 4:30 pm on Friday January 6, 2023 to: humanresources[at]huroncounty[dot]ca

Submission Guidelines:

We would love to have you join our team! To apply for this position, please ensure that:

• Email subject is “2023 –Maintenance Technician- and the location to which you are applying (Clinton or Wingham)”
• The cover letter is a maximum of one page
• Cover letter and resume are saved together in one PDF file
• The PDF file name is your: First name Last name (e.g. Jane Smith)

We look forward to hearing from you!

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. At the County of Huron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $28.14 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-01-06

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