School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) is now accepting external applications for:

Tradesman I

Temporary, full-time (40 hr/wk)

Effective Immediately December 10, 2024 or return of incumbent

The Trades I is responsible to provide a healthy, clean, safe environment by performing skilled manual work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment. This role includes the operation of a variety of hand and power tools, including equipment and vehicles used in construction and maintenance. The work is carried out under the direction of the Operations Supervisor. This position exercises independence of judgment as to appropriate operating methods and selection of materials, including the coordination of maintenance activities. It is expected that employees will assist/perform in cross classification job assignments

Examples of Work Repairs and maintains District furniture, equipment, grounds and buildings. (i.e. painting, window replacement, whiteboard/tack board installation and general turf maintenance)

Prepare sports fields for school events (track and sports field layout)

Erects and works from scaffolds, ladders and lifts.

Assists journeymen in standard construction procedures relating to assignment and work projects.

Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems.

Safety inspections and repairs to playground equipment.

Consistently demonstrates fair, courteous and patient approach when communicating with students, staff, parents and other members of the public.

Hauling items from school to school

Performs winter maintenance including snow removal, sanding and ice removal.

Completes work orders as assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned.Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Knowledge of irrigation system maintenance and installation.

Knowledge and abilities of techniques used in grounds maintenance.

Knowledge in the installation and repair of chain link fencing.

Knowledge and abilities of maintenance functions.

Skill in the operation of grounds equipment and power tools.

Good physical condition, strength and agility.

Knowledge in the use of computers and other related electronic devices.

Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Act, ICBC Regulations and National Safety Code and regulations applicable to the safe operation of equipment and vehicles.Required Training, Experience and Certification High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional related training or experience would be an asset.

Knowledge and proven ability of techniques used in irrigation and grounds and maintenance.

Knowledge and proven ability of techniques used in building construction/maintenance.Licenses, Certificates or Registrations Valid driver's license for the Province of British Columbia.

Playground Inspectors Certificate would be an asset.

First Aid would be an asset.Rate of Pay

As per the Collective Agreement 440

$28.25/hr

For further information, please contact Brian Nickurak, Operations Supervisor, 250-342-6814

Electronic applications are required from all applicants. If you are qualified and interested in the above competition, please submit your electronic application (including at least two references who have supervised you), by September 13, 2024 at 4:00 pm , via Make a Future http://sd6makeafuture.simplication.com. Job Code # 3903703

Thank you for your interest in School District 6. Please note, only candidates moving forward in this process will be contacted for an interview.

School District 6 (Rocky Mountain) celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. Our commitment is to ensure equity in employment, and we affirm and welcome applicants from all backgrounds of race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and age, except as prescribed by law.

Human Resources

School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain)

Fax: (250) 342-6966 e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca