Posted: October 8, 2026

Closed: October 15, 2026

JOB POSTING

OPL #11-2026 Facilities Maintenance Lead Full time Temporary– 1 Position

Under the direction of the Manager, Facilities, this position performs mechanical checks, repairs and cleaning; fabricates non-mechanical items, responds to calls for special maintenance service at all branches. Maintains the library buildings and property, setting up the auditorium and other areas for special events, painting and repairing items and areas, delivering mail, answering alarm calls and helping with security of library facilities. Makes deliveries to other branches and other locations as required.

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Lead

Hourly Rate: $42.52 - $45.11

Contract Duration: 12 months

Reports to: Manager, Facilities

Location: McLaughlin Branch

Hours: 35 hours per week. This position may require the employee to work evenings and weekends at any of our 4 branches.

General Description of Duties:

- Provides pro-active customer service.
- Perform routine mechanical checks, inspections, repairs and cleaning of boilers, plumbing, HVAC equipment at all facilities.
- Maintain all safety equipment, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinklers and emergency lighting.
- Maintain supplies and service parts inventory as needed for mechanical operations.
- Fabricate non-mechanical items as requested.
- Work on renovations and modifications to building furnishings and fixtures.
- Paint and repair facilities and equipment at all library locations.
- May assist in preparing the maintenance staff schedule.
- Supervises Maintenance pages in concert with the manager.
- Respond to staff requests for minor repairs, help with maintenance tasks or emergencies at all branches as directed.
- Clean and maintain the library buildings and property.
- Set up auditorium, boardroom and other areas for various functions.
- Acts as a backup to the Manager as required.
- Required to call and schedule contractors for repairs and vendors for site visits when necessary.




- Assign/delegate jobs and/or tasks to custodians when required through work order system or verbally.
- Provide onsite direction, training and mentorship to custodial staff as required.
- Conduct monthly inspections as required for Health & Safety committee.
- Keeps grounds and sidewalks safe and dry.
- Performs deliveries as directed.
- Other duties as required.
- This position requires you to take every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of yourself and others.

Skills and Abilities required:

- Strong customer service ethic.
- Computer, proficient in the use of software currently in use in the work area.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical operating systems.
- Advanced knowledge in the operation of boilers, plumbing, air conditioning, alarm (burglar, Fire, etc.) and air handling systems.
- Knowledge of routines as they pertain to daily building and premises maintenance.
- Ability to uphold and promote the values of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in their work.

Physical Skills and Working Conditions: This position requires mechanical skills, lifting, pushing, climbing, working with power tools, handling chemicals, exposure to unsanitary conditions, dealing with difficult customer behaviour.

Required Qualifications & Education:

- Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent.
- Formal facilities maintenance education with emphasis on facility electrical and mechanical system maintenance; or equivalent education and knowledge.
- Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience.
- Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s G License.
- First Aid/CPR certification is required.
- A Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Employer is required for this position.

Diversity,



Equity and Inclusion The Oshawa Public Libraries is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We uphold our values of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism in the delivery of our services and in our workplace. The Oshawa Public Libraries encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical employment barriers to equity, this is including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and Racialized Groups, People with Disabilities, Women and Persons within the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodation The Oshawa Public Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require Code-protected accommodation, through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted by Human Resources. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We do not use AI or automated systems in our hiring process. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team.

Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)

Oshawa Public Libraries (OPL) employees and users of OPL cloud-based applications are required to use multi-factor authentication (MFA) as part of our IT security practices to protect systems and data. Employees are expected to participate in MFA using a personal mobile phone when a company-issued device is not provided. This may include receiving authentication prompts, text messages, or app-based verification as required for secure access and to satisfy the MFA requirement consistent with OPL policies and procedures.

Interested applicants are requested to submit a current resume and cover letter quoting job # OPL 11-2026. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $42.52-$45.11 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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