Skilled Trade

About Us

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB), in partnership with home and Church, is an inclusive and equitable learning community dedicated to providing excellence in Catholic education by developing Christ-centred individuals enabled to transform society. A provincial leader in student achievement, Halton Catholic District School Board provides exceptional educational experiences and services to over 36,000 students of all ages across our 48 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, and 3 continuing education facilities, serving the wider Catholic communities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville.

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Vacancy Status

Replacement

Job Summary

To apply the skills of a certified trade and knowledge of another to maintain school buildings and equipment in a functionally safe condition. Responsibilities of the position include:

• General repairs, carpentry work and maintenance projects.

• Installation of interior and exterior sheathing, trim and insulation, fitting or refitting of windows, doors and building

hardware.

• Repairs or replacement of siding, roofing, and flooring as required.

• Installation of ceilings, metal and glass office partitions and other structural components.

• Construct and repair cabinets, shelves, bookcases, plastic laminates, counter tops, bulletin boards, chalkboards, etc.,

following work orders authorized by the Manager, Facilities Management Services.

• Maintain machines and tools, including cleaning, sharpening, oiling and small repairs.

Qualifications / Experience

• Certificate of qualification of Red Seal Trade.

• Experience in making major/minor installations and repairs

• General knowledge of two (2) other trades would be an asset

• Sound mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary

• The preferred candidate will also be familiar with technical and safety standards

• A valid driver’s license is mandatory

• Competency with Excel and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is preferred.

• Must have own tools of trade.

• Capacity to engage members of diverse communities and skilled in a variety of consultation techniques, protocols,

and strategies

Capacity to engage members of diverse communities and skilled in a variety of consultation techniques, protocols and

strategies

This position is covered by the C.U.P.E Local 3166.01 Collective Agreement.

Please be advised as a condition of employment with the Board, candidates will be required to provide the following documentation upon hire:

• an original Criminal Reference Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening, dated within the last six (6) months

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities. We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups. To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process. Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

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If you require additional information regarding this position, do not hesitate to contact our support recruitment staff (Christine Milanczak or Edea Santini) at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview process will be contacted.