Maintenance Repairperson II

Our City, Our Future

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

The Human Resources Division is presently accepting applications for the full-time permanent position of Maintenance Repairperson II in our City Buildings Division.

Accountabilities

1. The maintenance of landscaped areas, common walkways and parking lots, including ice
and snow control and the removal of debris and garbage from the properties to the
designated areas.
2. The maintenance of interior common spaces, including the removal of debris and garbage
to designated areas.
3. The investigation of tenant complaints concerning maintenance problems to determine
the appropriate course of action.
4. The repair of maintenance problems, excluding those requiring a particular trade such as
plumbing and electrical work.
5. The referral of any undesirable condition that exists on the property(ies) to the
Supervisor, Non-Profit Housing, so that appropriate action can be taken.
6. The completion of any plaster and painting that may be required.
7. The preparation of vacant units for occupancy for new tenants.
8. Perform other services, as the Supervisor, Non-Profit Housing, may require from time to
time in connection with those above.

Description disclaimer

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

Must possess a High School Diploma and a valid Driver's Licence. Must have a minimum of two (5) years experience in a carpentry related field and provide proof of work completed. Must be able to work independently and possess good interpersonal skills.
All power tools and any other needed equipment will be provided.

Hours of Work

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, Monday to Friday, Shift work as required

Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 569, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.