Trades Assistant 1 - Part-Time (Open to Students)

Mechanical / Electrical Maintenance Department

Physical Plant

Full-Time during Summer (May - September)

Part-Time (September - April)

(Open to Students)

Full time hours will be between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday

Part-time hours will be between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and

will vary due to the needs of the University and student school schedule

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform filter changes to mechanical systems through the University's computerized work order system;

Clean up work area as directed;

Assist Mechanics and Electricians as required;

Report defects found in HVAC equipment to Lead Hand;

Organize filter inventory and provide re-order sheets to Trades Lead Hand Mechanical.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Post-secondary student enrolled in a degree program at Lakehead University;

Capable of working independently;

Must possess a valid driver's license;

Good organizational abilities, comfortable working in a team environment, good interpersonal skills;

Candidate should be mechanically inclined and possess familiarity with building mechanical systems;

Must provide own CSA approved safety footwear (coveralls will be supplied by Lakehead University);

Familiarity with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, its regulations and other health and safety related legislation and standards

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single .pdf document that includes cover letter, resume, Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada form along with the contact information of three references to:

Office of Human Resources

University Centre

Room UC-0003

Fax: 807-346-7701

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identify or gender expression. Lakehead University is committed to an environment of open access to employment opportunities. Accommodations are available for all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at (807) 343-8334. We appreciate your interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.