Maintenance Attendant & Technician

Maintenance Attendant & Technician

Selection Process Nº: 94060-67

Salary: LE-G2: 129,432 TT per year; LE-G3: 175,541 TT per year

Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time)

Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Job Function: General Services

Classification: LE-G2, LE-G3

Location: the High Commission of Canada to Trinidad and Tobago

Number of Vacancies: 2

Closing date for application: 3 November, 2022 at 23:59 UTC/GMT -4:00

Summary of Duties:

LE-G2 Maintenance Attendant

Under the direction of the Property and Material Manager, the Maintenance Attendant performs general maintenance for all properties within the High Commission of Canada real estate portfolio.  Performs specific work, such as painting, patching, assembly, installing, and or fixing furniture, walls, doors, cabinets, windows and equipment. Delivers furniture, appliances, materials and supplies. Changes light bulbs, filters, batteries and cleans vents, gutters, drains, water tanks, etc. Pressure washes exterior surfaces of buildings and grounds, provides escort to contractors performing works inside the chancery, OR and SQs.  Assists other Maintenance Team colleagues and other members of the Property/Material Team in the performance of their duties. Performs other related duties. 

LE-G3 Maintenance Technician

Under the direction of the Property and Material Manager, the Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance and repairs at all properties within the High Commission of Canada real estate portfolio.  Performs specific work, such as plumbing, welding, masonry, electrical and carpentry tasks. Prepares and effects preventive maintenance program for assigned equipment and systems. Assists other Maintenance Team members in the performance of their duties.  Provides escort of contractors and inspects their work to ensure compliance with manufacturers specifications and Canadian Safety Regulations. Performs other related duties.

Area of Selection:

Candidates must be legal residents or citizens of Trinidad and Tobago and must be legally eligible to work in Trinidad and Tobago, living within the vicinity of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.  

Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Trinidad and Tobago does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

*Language will be assessed further during the process. 

 Education:

Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.

• Completion of Secondary School

For LE-G2 position only:

• Level II (Craftman Certificate Program) from a recognized CVQ or TTNVQ institution OR demonstrable equivalent of practical experience in a working environment, in areas including:
• Electrical, Carpentry and Joinery, Plumbing

For LE-G3 position only:

• Level III Diploma Program, or equivalent from a recognized CVQ or TTNVQ institution OR demonstrable equivalent of practical experience in a working environment, in areas including:
• Plumbing, Electrical, Refrigeration/Air Conditioning

Language:

• Basic proficiency in English

Experience:

• Recent* experience in a position where the main tasks include repairs and general maintenance of housing. 
• Recent* experience in carpentry, plumbing, welding and related fields.

 *Recent experience means within the past three years.

For LE-G3 position only:

• 2 years of recent experience in electrical, HVAC, or related fields.

  * Recent experience means within the past five years.

RATED REQUIREMENTS

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge:

For LE-G2 position only:

• Basic knowledge* of plumbing, carpentry, or other related field
• Basic knowledge* of Health and Safety best practices
• Familiarity with manual and electric power tools

*     “Basic knowledge” can mean the ability to use, select, and maintain safety gear and personal protective equipment used in plumbing and carpentry works; the ability to select, safely use, and maintain hand and  power tools/equipment used in electrical, plumbing and carpentry works; the ability to identify types of wiring, electrical circuits, pipe, tube and tubing, etc., and describe their applications (e.g.: wire type, gage, pipe materials steel, plastic); the ability to identify various wood defects; basic knowledge of fire safety (e.g.: types of fires, classification of fire extinguishers, safe ladder usage etc.).

For LE-G3 position only:

• Advanced knowledge* of plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, residential electrical systems, and other related field
• Advanced knowledge* of Health and Safety best practices

*     “Advanced knowledge” can mean the ability to read and interpret plumbing and carpentry blueprints, electrical schematics; assembling, installing, repairing, lighting and other household and office electrical components; cutting, assembling and installing pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure (e.g.: plumbing); installing and maintaining water supply systems; assembling, installation and repair of office furniture.  Solid understanding of fire safety (e.g.: types of fires, classification of fire extinguishers, safe ladder usage etc.), as well as occupational health and safety practices. 

Competencies:

• Effective Interactive Communication – Oral and Written
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Client Focus
• Commitment to Public Confidence / Values and Ethics
• Focus on Quality and Details
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Judgement
• Discretion

Abilities: 

• Ability to prioritize work and work under pressure

For LE-G3 position only:

• Ability to problem-solve, trouble shooting (determine origin of plumbing / mechanical /  electrical problems and corrections)
• Ability to follow routine maintenance procedures and testing, and detecting needs for preventive maintenance and repair

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

Experience in the following:

• Welding 
• Locksmith
• Masonry
• Air Conditioning
• Large Appliance Repair

Operational Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work overtime, as operationally required
• Must be willing and able to respond to emergencies after hours and on weekends. 
• Must be willing and able to carry tools, equipment and furniture when required
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, pulling, climbing, and frequent lifting up to 20 kg
• Must be able to load and safely operate hand trucks.

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

- Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.

- Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.

How to Apply

• You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
• Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (if required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
• Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.

Important Notes

• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
• The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
• Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Trinidad and Tobago does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
• As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Networkis suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. 
• The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the High Commission of Canada to Trinidad and Tobago which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
• For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.