Mechanic Trades 3, Physical Plant

Job ID:                        IUOE-23-02

Job Title:                    Mechanic Trades 3

Department:               Physical Plant

Campus:                     Thunder Bay, ON

Status:                        Full-time, Permanent INTERNAL

Job Category:            IUOE

Date Posted:              July 7, 2023

Closing Date:            July 14, 2023

Why Lakehead University?

Thunder Bay is one of Canada’s top emerging cities. Here you will find a mix of modern city living and the best of nature – all on your doorstep. Thunder Bay provides small city affordability, big city opportunities and the bonus of a superior lifestyle. When it comes to location, nature and cost of living, Thunder Bay is one of the best places to live in Canada. For more on the vibrant city of Thunder Bay, visit thunderbay.ca.

At Lakehead University we challenge the conventional to provide a university experience that’s far from ordinary.  Your unique ideas will be respected and encouraged.  Join our thriving academic community where you can make a real difference through innovation and collaboration.

Lakehead is a comprehensive University with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. In 2022, for the third year in a row, Lakehead University was included in the top 100 of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. Lakehead is the highest ranked university in the world with under 10,000 students. Maclean’s has once again included Lakehead University among Canada’s top 10 primarily undergraduate universities in the magazine’s 2023 University Rankings.

About this Job

Reporting to the Senior Coordinator, the Conference Coordinator is responsible for providing conference (in person, virtual and hybrid), special event, and group consulting as well as planning and coordinating services to all user groups. Specific duties include compiling event details, negotiating contracts, confirming internal and external events with clients, submitting set-up, catering, parking and technical services requests, and virtual event services (webinar & meeting moderation, virtual conference set up and troubleshooting).

Job Duties

• Performs mechanical maintenance work through the University’s computerized work order

system.

• Inspects, investigates and solves problems related to the operation of both the mechanical

systems and equipment, providing technical advice as necessary.

• Performs skilled mechanical work at the journeyman level.
• Provides estimates of work for repairs to mechanical systems on campus.
• Makes necessary reports and keeps records and files as required of work orders, requisition,

upgrades and changes to systems etc.

• Takes every precaution reasonable in the circumstance for the protection of workers in his

charge.

• Works in compliance with the Occupational Health and safety Act, with other health and safety

related legislation and standards, and with such workplace practices as outlined by his immediate supervisor.

• Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 education.
• Several years of directly related journeyman experience in a Maintenance position.
• Must possess a valid journeyman license, certificate of qualification in but not limited to: Plumber, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanic, sheet metal worker, and steamfitter.
• Must possess a valid gasfitter 2 certificate or greater.
• Preferred to have current Ozone Depletion Prevention Certificate (ODP)
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of recognized practices and techniques and the use of tools, equipment and

instruments common to the Mechanical Trades.

• Ability to install, overhaul and adjust systems from sketches, blueprints of specifications: ability to prepare sketches and/or diagrams for blueprints.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the theory and operation of pneumatic and electrical

controls as well as a working knowledge of the theory, principles and operation of heating,

ventilating and air conditioning system, refrigeration, plumbing and steam fitting.

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to do heavy physical labour on occasion and to work on ladders, scaffolds, lift devices and in crawl spaces etc.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and other health and safety related legislation and standards.

What do We Offer?

This position offers a competitive remuneration package including salary, comprehensive benefits package, life insurance, pension plan, and tuition waiver.

How to Apply

Interested applicants may apply by clicking on this link to this Google Form and attaching your cover

letter and resume in word or PDF format.

If you are experiencing any issues with the Google Form, please email careers@lakeheadu.ca for assistance.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.  Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements