SRCE-22-MOC-Casual Tradesperson

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,000 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2019-2020, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,952 students; and approximately 321 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,125 (Census 2016).

The Tradesperson Classification falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement .

Work Schedule:

Deadline for Applications: 02/28/2022, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 03/06/2022

Responsibilities:

SRCE casual tradespersons may be required to support maintenance or project activities whenever additional resources within their skillset are needed to maintain operations or project schedules. Specific SRCE casual tradesperson duties are listed below.

Duties

Builds, repairs, maintains, and installs systems related to their specific trade and experience;

Assists in the planning and co-ordination of building or capital improvement projects. Determines material quantities and potential work time for proposed upgrades, installations, repairs and projects to ensure accurate estimating of costs and schedules;

Performs semi-skilled work and labour associated with other trades as required;

Ensures all work is done according to standard practices, design specifications, national, provincial and local building codes, other applicable standards and good practice of the trade;

Provides emergency response and corrective action for urgent building issues;

Maintains appropriate records including recording equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, vehicle records, test reports, and other related data;

Completes and documents work orders including time and materials and submits to operations department;

Provides written reports on any inspections and/or tests and makes recommendations to improve performance;

Ensures duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner while observing all safety practices and regulations;

Evaluates status of buildings and facilities as assigned and provides written reports;

Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including Occupational Health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;

Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

Grade 12 High School Diploma or academic equivalent through educational programs such as a Graduated Equivalent Diploma;

Red Seal journeyperson certification in a building trade; and five years’ experience years in a building maintenance environment;

Previously demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Previously demonstrated organizational skills.

Excellent knowledge of OHS procedures and regulations.

Ability to work with minimum supervision;

Ability to work effectively and productively in a team environment.

Physical and mechanical aptitude to perform a full range of maintenance and manual tasks;

Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, blueprints, code specifications, and diagrams for installation and repair of building systems and equipment;

Working knowledge of applicable regulatory, building and trades guidelines and codes;

Valid driver’s license;

Current CPR & First Aid certification or willing to obtain prior to employment.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience supervising janitorial and building trades working in a team environment is an asset.

Experience in the use of building related software, and DDC controls and energy management systems.

Experience with fire alarm/protection, security, and life safety systems.

Excellent technology and computer skills.

Multi-trade certification is an asset.

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references check prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 3 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education