Maintenance Repair Worker - Full Time (6 month contract) - Human Services - Southampton/Tara/Po[...]

Maintenance Repair Worker – Full Time (6 month contract) – Human Services – Southampton/Tara/Port Elgin, ON

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County, where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You\’ll Do

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Repair Worker provides general maintenance and repair in carpentry, minor plumbing and electrical work, janitorial duties in public areas and vacant units, and grounds maintenance including snow removal, lawn cutting and trimming.
Contract Duration: 6 months

What We\’re Looking For

Education & Experience
•High School Diploma
•One year of experience working in building maintenance/janitorial work

Skills & Abilities
•Prior experience and skill in general maintenance and custodial work
•Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and heating
•High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment
•Familiarity with techniques for interacting with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
•Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
•Demonstrated time management skills
•Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
•Valid Class G Driver’s License
•Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check
•Audiometric Testing completed within 90 days of starting position

Assets

•Post-secondary education or formal training in building maintenance
•Certificate or training in electrical, plumbing, heating
•CPR and First Aid Certificate

What We Offer

•Competitive Salary: $28.98 – $34.08 per hour
• Hours per week: up to 40
•Percentage in lieu of benefits
•Vacation pay
•OMERS pension with equal employer match
•Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Apply by: June 11, 2025

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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