Office Maintenance Worker

ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that's expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We're committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance under a computerized preventative maintenance program as assigned.
• Performs and administers the recycling program in assigned buildings.
• Moves furniture and equipment, hangs pictures, white boards, cork boards, etc. as assigned.
• Performs testing and maintenance in compliance with regulations in the Ontario Fire Code, Building Code, and Canadian Electrical Code (e.g. signs off fire extinguishers , tests exit and emergency lights).
• Maintains work area in a clean, hazard-free manner, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the policies and procedures for the Region's Facilities Management.
• Performs regular inspections and routine maintenance as assigned.
• Responds to internal and external enquires or concerns as required.
• Receives and responds to tenant complaints; informs the Supervisor of potential problems regarding the facility.
• Performs other duties in accordance with Branch or Departmental objectives as required.
   

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum one year maintenance experience in a commercial office facility.
• Valid Ontario Class "G" driver's licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Ability to demonstrate the Region's core competencies.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check.