General Repairs Attendant

Job Title: General Repairs Attendant

Competition Number: 011 - 2026

Administrative Unit: Facilities Department

Immediate Supervisor: Supervisor, General Maintenance

Work Schedule: Full-time (unionized 9-month contract)

Positions to be filled: 1 (Temporary position)

Employment Type: 40 hours per week

Salary Scale: Level 2 ($49,525 to $62,096)

The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of making the text easier to read.

Saint Paul University (1848) is the founding college of the University of Ottawa, with which it has maintained a federation link since 1965. Bilingual and on a human scale, it has more than 1,000 students; it offers programs in social communications, counselling and psychotherapy, canon law, public ethics, conflict studies, social innovation, leadership, ecology and equity, as well as theology. Saint Paul University offers a work environment conducive to professional development and competitive benefits.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the director, the attendant oversees the general maintenance of buildings and equipment according to established schedules or in response to emergencies.

The incumbent performs maintenance, construction, and renovation work according to assigned tasks while respecting health and safety standards and regulations. They ensure the security of the premises, facilities, and property of the University at all times.

Main functions:

CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATIONS, AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE

• Construct, demolish, repair, and renovate walls, ceilings, and floors;
• Perform interior and exterior painting work;
• Check, repair, and install individual air conditioners;
• Repair washers, dryers, refrigerators, and other household electromechanical equipment, within the limits of their capabilities;
• Perform minor plumbing work (maintenance of faucets and drinking water and wastewater pipes), welding, and electrical work (checking and replacing power outlets, electrical wires, transformers, lights, and related components);
• Check and repair equipment and appliances related to ventilation and heating systems, in collaboration with the stationary engineer;
• Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as needed;
• Move equipment and furniture according to the needs of the Faculties and services;
• Change and modify cylinders and keys according to the needs communicated by the person in charge of the key service;
• Make purchases (errands) authorized by the supervisor for supplies and materials as needed.
• Perform any other tasks related to these functions

EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE

• Clear sidewalks, parking lots, and steps during winter and spread salt and sand.
• Open and close exterior faucets and water wells at the change of seasons.
• Check and ensure the maintenance of roofs and skylights. Make repairs as needed.
• Maintain exterior furniture as needed and store it at the end of the summer season.
• Check and ensure the maintenance of exterior electrical outlets as needed.
• Perform any other tasks related to these functions.

TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Demonstrated experience in one or more disciplines in the construction/renovation field;
• Experience in handling and using various tools necessary for the execution of tasks: stationary machinery, tractor, lawnmower, manual, mechanical, and electrical tools.
• General driver's license (Class 5);
• Proficiency in metric and imperial measurement systems;
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and regulations;
• Bilingualism in both official languages
• Good physical capacity;
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively
• Ability to work in a team;
• Initiative, autonomy;
• Sense of time management and priorities;
• Commitment to customer service;
• Availability to work overtime according to the needs of the Facilities department.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application online at by August 21, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

We thank all those who have applied. We will only communicate with candidates selected for the next stage of the selection process.

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