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Job Posting information for Maintenance Assistant:

Pearce Williams Summer Camp is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to help run our camp maintenance for the spring and/or summer.  The Maintenance Assistant responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, landscaping, minor maintenance repair, hiking trail upkeep, general cleaning and ensuring that the camp health and safety guidelines are followed.

Responsible to: Executive Director, Maintenance Team Leader

We currently have one (1) opening for Maintenance Assistant.

The Maintenance Assistant will provide a current criminal reference check and have relevant experience. Emergency or Standard First aid is required with at least CPR C.

The job description for all staff at Pearce Williams Summer Camp is to do what needs to be done to ensure that our summer campers have the most amazing summer camp experience.

Please visit our website to find out more information about Pearce Williams Summer Camp and to fill in our online application. (www.campisbetter.com/staff) Pearce Williams Summer Camp is located just ½ hour southwest of London, Ontario.

Compensation varies depending on the position and experience.  All positions include room, board and use of facilities.

All are welcome to apply. Pearce Williams prioritizes students (coming from and going to a secondary or post-secondary school) for this position.

Dates:

From June 26^th, 2020, to August 21^st, 2020 inclusive.

(Spring Opportunities Also Available - From May 1^st, to June 26^th, 2020 inclusive.)

Contact information:

Lindsey Feltis,

Camp Director

8009 Iona Road

Fingal, Ontario  N0L 1K0

P: 519.764.2317

director@campisbetter.com

www.campisbetter.com

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YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region

POSITION VACANCY

POSITION: Facility and Maintenance Staff

LOCATION:  YMCA-YWCA Bonnenfant Y Outdoor Education and Leadership Centre - 1620 Sixth Line Road, Dunrobin, Ontario.

PLACEMENT:     September, 2019 (with Full Time and Part Hours Available)             

 CLOSING DATE:  When position is filled

 OVERVIEW:                      

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in the Ottawa Region, the YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. Serving more than 70,000 people across our region annually, we are committed to nurturing the potential of children, teens and young adults, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility within the community. This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, and respect, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

NATURE AND SCOPE:    

This position reports directly to the Facility Superintendent and will play an active role in the day to day operations of the maintenance and cleaning at the Bonnenfant Y OUtdoor Education and Leadership Centre.

RESPONSIBILITES:

Some of the tasks of this position include:

-Operation of the heating and cooling system, including monitoring of gauges and control systems, troubleshooting, minor repairs and preventative maintenance of equipment

-Advise management of area in need of long term and or immediate attention

-Provide hands on services in the area of cleaning

-Ensure prescribed cleaning procedures and sequences are followed

-Ensure that proper cleaning products and tools are used according to directions

-General repairs to walls including patching, sanding & painting

-Change lights & ballasts and clean lenses, as needed

-Lock changes

-Facility grounds maintenance including lawn cutting, snow removal, etc. (Winter months may require an early start for snow removal)

-Conduct preventative maintenance tasks on facility equipment outlined by the Branch Manager

-Basic plumbing repairs including unplugging sinks & toilets

-Basic electrical repairs including repairs to receptacles, light switches and ballasts

-Operates hand tools such as saws, drills, etc.

-Follows safe work practices and wears appropriate personal protective equipment (fall assist would be an asset)

-Completes work orders as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES: 

-COMMITMENT TO Y VISION AND VALUES: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of an appreciation for the mission, vision, values and strategic outcomes of the YMCA-YWCA.

-CONCERN FOR HEALTH & SAFETY: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.

-QUALITY FOCUS: Ensures that success criteria for self are set, reviewed and surpassed regularly to provide excellent service delivery.

-CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION: Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results. Challenge the status quo to discover more effective ways of performing.

-TEAMWORK: The ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.

-LEADERSHIP: Motivates and inspires others to take action and achieve desired outcomes.

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Knowledge of basic facility maintenance functions such as painting, plumbing, electrical and general repairs

-Experience in landscaping duties: lawn care, wood chipping, raking, etc

-Experience dealing with cliental in a positive and professional manner

-Ability to work in a fast pace environment

-ability to provide flexibility in scheduling based on the camp’s needs

-Ability to work in English, some French would be an asset

-Criminal Reference Check for the Vulnerable Sector, not more than 6 months old is required 

HOW TO APPLY:              

Cover letter and resume must be submitted no later than the closing date to the YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region, to hiring manager Vanessa Spratt at vanessa.spratt@ymcaywca.ca

Please use the position title as the subject line in your application e-mail.             

All internal applicants must inform their supervisor of their intention to apply for the position.

CLOSING DATE:               When position is filled

Thank you for your interest.  Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Please advise in advance if you require any accommodation during the application or selection process.  We believe all people have the right to live free from discrimination or harassment of any kind.  Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region is committed to providing a safe environment for children.  Candidates will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.

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