Northland School Division

Additional Information:

Northland School Division is accepting applications for the position of Area Maintenance Supervisor. You can learn more about what Northland School Division has to offer by visiting www.nsd61.ca/careers. This position combines both supervisory and hands-on duties as may be required by the department to address divisional facility needs in the designated area.

Major responsibilities include:

• Supervises all preventative maintenance and repair services to assigned Divisional facilities and buildings in his/her area, including mechanical, architectural, and other related systems, in accordance with current code and regulatory requirements as well as repairs to furnishings and appliances. 
• Participates in capital building projects, modernizations and BQRP acting in consultation with the respective Facilities Manager.  
• Consults with appropriate school principals and Local School Board Committees as to maintenance needs/concerns and keeps them informed of actions planned to address these matters.
• Acts as a technical consultant to the School Principal in matters related to custodial tasks and the use of janitorial supplies and equipment.
• When requested, attends Local School Board Committee meetings to answer queries and provides information on the maintenance status of the facility.
• Utilizes local resources/personnel whenever possible.
• Provides detailed estimates for all projects on request.
• Determines when specialized tradesmen are required and schedules work to minimize disruption of normal facility operation.
• Supervises those engaged in the field trades.
• Consults with and assists school custodians in preparing a list of maintenance duties, and custodial in-service specific to the facility.
• Determines material requirements and organizes the work of a large variety of building and mechanical repairs.
• Schedules planned maintenance programs and ensures their timely completion.
• Establishes personal work schedules and schedules for maintenance in collaboration with the respective Facilities Manager.
• Provides input to the respective Facilities Manager on relevant policy development.
• Maintains maintenance records on equipment.
• Interprets work orders, sketches, blueprints, and specifications.
• Recommends the additional and/or replacement of custodial equipment and housing furnishings and appliances for all assigned Divisional facilities.
• Establishes budget requirements and provides control of budgets for assigned areas, in consultation with the Local School Board Committee and respective Facilities Manager.
• Responsible for preparing an inventory of community trade people and resources.
• From time to time, other tasks and duties associated with the delivery of services in the area of maintenance and repair may be assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Knowledge of the techniques and standard practices employed in the various phases of two or more trades, such as carpentry, plastering, painting, plumbing/gas fitting, electrical, or welding.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
• Ability to function effectively in a cross-cultural setting.
• Be prepared to work irregular hours, as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• WHMIS, TDG and First Aid training.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume including the names of three (3) employer references by June 16th, 2025 to: Krista Veitch, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, Northland School Division. All applications must be emailed to applications@nsd61.ca. We thank all applicants for submitting applications. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Additionally, please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a criminal record and a child intervention check as part of the application process.