Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Posting ID: 5369
Department: Corporate Services
Division: Energy Fleet & Facilities
Pay Range: $33.01 - $34.88
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville
Employee Group: OPSEU MTSW
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy
Posting Date: July 10, 2026
Application Deadline: July 26, 2026
Number of positions: 2
Reporting to the Supervisor of Building Operations - HCHC, this position is responsible for the day-to-day preventative and routine maintenance requirements of Halton Community Housing Corporation (HCHC) and Regional assets.
- Perform general maintenance duties and repairs to interior & exterior building systems, tenant suites, common spaces including but not limited to Plumbing, HVAC, Drywall repairs, Painting, Electrical, Janitorial, repairs to doors, windows, closet sliders, kitchen and bathroom cabinetry hardware, Landscaping, Fencing, Flooring.
- Oversee and coordinate contracted maintenance services in accordance with established service agreements.
- Conducts daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fire code checks as per the Ontario Fire Code including preventative maintenance, Inspection of fire extinguishers, hose cabinets, exit/emergency lights, pumps, sprinkler systems and maintaining log books as required.
- Preform vacant units as well as minor repairs and maintains a clean environment for new tenants.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of building supplies in conjunction with your Supervisor maintaining at all sites you work at all times.
- Perform thorough daily building and property checks year round and keep log books updated as required.
- During winter months this includes snow and ice removal from building entrances, walkways and common areas using appropriate tools and resources
- Maintain the cleanliness of the sites by picking up debris
- Complete interior and exterior custodial duties as required.
- Complete work orders in a timely manner as per the Service Level Agreement.
- Participate in Annual Unit Inspections and recommend necessary repairs.
- Participate in scheduled Preventative Maintenance repairs with contractors as required.
- Provide excellent customer service through effective communication with tenants and staff with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Assists and participates in mandatory training programs as required for the position.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Essential
- The successful candidate must possess a Secondary School Graduation Diploma (Technical) with a Certificate of Qualification in a Building Trade and three (3) years’ maintenance and minor repairs experience.
- Excellent computer, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills are required.
Preferred
- Building Environmental Systems (BES) certificate and knowledge and understanding of various building codes and legislation is an asset (Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Social Housing Reform Act, and Occupiers Liability Act, Accessibility for Ontarians Disabilities Act).
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working Conditions
- Travel will be required with this position, incumbent must provide their own transportation carry tools and supplies.
- Must be able to work at any of the current or future housing locations as assigned.
- Flexibility in working hours.
- May be required to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls.
- Must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the maintenance at the assigned buildings.
Employment Conditions
- Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment.
- Must provide a copy of driver’s license by the first day of employment.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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