STAFF OPPORTUNITY
TRADESPERSON
CARPENTER
Day Shift
Facility Services
Posting # 26.044
This posting is open to WRDSB employees who are members of the Custodial and Maintenance Association as well as External applicants. Applications will be considered from internal and external candidates whereby CAMA / OSSTF employees will be given first consideration. This is a current vacancy.
Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) serves approximately 65,000 students in 123 schools, as well as alternative and continuing education sites. WRDSB is committed to creating learning environments that support the achievement and well-being of all students through partnering with staff, parents, families, caregivers andcommunities to promote success in learning and life. Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board’s website at www.wrdsb.ca.
Reporting to the day shift Facility Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing, installing, rejuvenation and restorative work, servicing and reconditioning all Building envelope and interior components, fixtures and architectural hardware items.
The successful applicant will be working 40 hours per week, 12 months of the year and will be paid as per the CAMA/OSSTF Collective Agreement. The salary range for this position is $66,287, to $72,433.
Responsibilities:
- Layout and construction of stairs, handrails and ramps.
- Installation and fitting of doors, window fixtures (sash), finish trim, sills and aprons, glazing and bug screens.
- Construction of bearing partitions, beams, replacing joists, frames and associated structural components.
- Installation, troubleshooting and repair of locking, closing and fastening architectural hardware.
- Installation of and repairs to floor coverings such as vinyl and ceramic.
- Proven ability to maintain the Board’s facilities through the P.M. Program in such areas as caulking, waterproofing, doors and associated hardware, building envelope inspections, fire and Life Safety updates, etc.
- Providing support for other members of the team during vacations or other absences.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Valid Provincial General Carpenter certificate 403A or equivalent.
- Five years’ experience in maintenance and construction.
- Minimum grade 12 (OSSGD) is required or equivalent
- Knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Building Code, Fire Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS Regulations and Asbestos Containing Material regulations, transportation of Dangerous Goods (TOG) and safe handling of hazardous materials.
- Ability to read and understand architectural blueprints and millwork drawings.
- Knowledge in the safe application and use of a variety of hand and power tools and various shop equipment.
- Ability to set up and organize own work site with a minimum of supervision keeping in mind our ultimate responsibility to the staff and students at each location.
- Capacity to work within and add value to a Team based work environment.
- Self-motivated and safety conscious.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot and forecast maintenance work.
- Valid Class ‘G’ Driver’s License with a clear and safe driving record. Board vehicle supplied upon signing of Vehicle use policy.
Skills:
- Ability to set up and organize own work site with a minimum of supervision keeping in mind our ultimate responsibility to the staff and students at each location.
- Capacity to work within and add value to a Team based work environment.
- Self-motivated and safety conscious.
- Ability to read and apply technical manuals, reports and manufacturer’s instructions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot and forecast maintenance work.
How to Apply: Candidates must submit a covering letter and resume not later than Friday, October 16, 2026 at 4:00p.m. using the email provided below:
Email:
[email protected]
Please indicate posting # 26.044 in the subject line
Commitment to Equity The Waterloo Region District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve, who will foster the success and well-being of our students, and whodemonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion in the classroom.
We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
- First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
- members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
- persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
- and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Applicants who identify as First Nation, Métis and Inuit are encouraged to include the information within cover letters and/or resumes. We will provide appropriate employment accommodations based on any of the human rights protected grounds to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants but will only be interviewing selected candidates based on job specific criteria and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone call please. For the safety of students, all school board staff will require a satisfactory Police Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check in accordance with the Education Act.
Pay: $66,287.00-$72,433.00 per year
Advantages
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kitchener, ON N2C 2R5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- carpentry: 5 years (required)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Carpenter - Day Shift - Posting # 26.044 (Kitchener)
🏢 WRDSB
📍 Kitchener