Maintenance Worker - Trades

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls approximately 24,500 students (including over 3,000 students who self-identify as having Indigenous ancestry). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 51 school sites with 33 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation for providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for its students and staff. We invite applications for the position of: Maintenance Worker - Trades The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the Director of Operations or designate by assisting trades in preventative and routine maintenance on School District buildings, equipment, systems, and grounds. This role will be performing general maintenance and labour duties using a variety of power tools and hand tools. Other duties such as maintaining inventories, delivering equipment and supplies and providing snow removal and ice control at district sties on a seasonal basis will be performed within this role. This position may be required to start work at various locations. Successful applicants will have: Completed Grade 12; Certification as a Fire Extinguisher Service Technician with ASTTBC; One (1) year experience in maintenance work including: Knowledge and experience of power tools and hand tools; Knowledge and experience in operation of small powered equipment; Knowledge and experience in labour helping trades people; Knowledge and experience in current B.C. construction/maintenance safety requirements and WSCB Regulation relating to the trade and industry; Valid Class 5 (or 7) B.C. Driver's License. Applicants will be expected to: Establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers, district staff, and the public; Have excellent communication skills; Have a working knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office, Outlook; Be a self-starter and able to work alone with minimum supervision and within a team environment; Possess the physical condition and health to carry out the required duties of this position; Maintain a current forklift certification; Complete the required District's Health & Safety training. This is full time continuing position starting as soon as possible, working 40 hours per week at a wage rate of $26.96 per hour, plus a comprehensive employee benefit package including extended health and dental coverage, short term and long-term disability insurance and participation in a defined benefit pension plan. Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.makeafuture.ca with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.