Who we are

At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we believe education is more than the pursuit of knowledge – it is a catalyst for transformation. Our mission, grounded in democratizing education, is to create access for learners from every background and empower them to achieve their aspirations and advance their careers.

We are committed to delivering rigorous, flexible programs that are both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding, while contributing to the betterment of society. Since 2004, Yorkville has been among Canada’s few private, for-profit, fully accredited degree-granting universities, with campuses in Ontario, British Columbia, and New Brunswick. Together with Toronto Film School,

we offer
creative and academic pathways at both the college and university levels, cultivating a multidisciplinary environment where innovation and the arts converge.

Our community is vibrant and diverse. Many of our learners are adults balancing education with careers and personal commitments. Every member of our team – whether in teaching, operations, or technology – is dedicated to removing barriers and expanding access. Together, we deliver flexible, industry-informed learning that leads to meaningful opportunities.

At our core is human connection – guiding people to reimagine their futures in a community defined by chance, creativity, and growth.

Who we need

Reporting to the Manager, Facilities, we are hiring a Facilities Assistant to help keep our new downtown Toronto site running smoothly, safely, and ready for the people who use it every day. As our new Facilities Assistant, you will thrive in a practical, active, and highly visible role, building relationships and staying one step ahead of what needs attention.



You will support classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, events, storage areas, and shared spaces, working closely with the Manager, Facilities, and campus teams to ensure students, faculty, staff, and visitors have a positive experience in the building.

This is a rewarding role for someone who likes solving everyday problems, keeping spaces organized, and being the person others can count on when something needs to be moved, set up, fixed, checked, or escalated.

This is a full-time, campus-based role, Monday to Friday, at our 120 Bloor Street East campus. Availability to work the following shifts is required, 8 am to 4 pm, 9 am to 5 pm, and 11 am to 7 pm. Flexibility to support evening (until 9 pm) and weekend events and campus activities is also needed.

What’s in it for you

Visible campus impact. You will help create the conditions for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to move through the day comfortably and confidently. From preparing classrooms and meeting rooms to supporting events, responding to facilities requests, and addressing issues before they disrupt the day, your work will directly shape how people experience our new, enhanced campus.

Trusted daily judgment. You will be relied on to notice what needs attention, decide what you can resolve, and know when to escalated.

Practical facilities growth. You will work closely with an experienced Manager,



Facilities who can help you deepen your understanding of campus operations, maintenance routines, vendor coordination, building systems, and workplace practices. You will build your facilities experience in a role with variety, visibility, and connection across Academic, Student Experience, Student Services, IT, and campus operations.

As our new Facilities Assistant, you will:

- Support campus readiness. You will complete daily building walkthroughs to identify maintenance, cleanliness, furniture, setup, and space needs. You will respond to work orders, complete minor maintenance tasks, and elevate issues related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, building operations, or specialized repairs when needed.
- Prepare shared spaces. You will set up offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, and event spaces so they are ready for use. You will assemble, disassemble, move, and store furniture and assets, helping ensure the right spaces are prepared at the right time for classes, meetings, student activities, and special events.
- Contribute to safe operations. You will support planned maintenance and compliance checks, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, clear egress paths, and general facilities protocols. You will identify risks, put up appropriate signage or barriers when needed, and communicate issues clearly to the Manager, Facilities.
- Solve practical problems. You will bring a calm, resourceful approach to unexpected situations, whether that means responding to a facilities issue, troubleshooting a room setup, finding a better way to organize storage, or helping teams prepare for an event. You will know when to act, when to ask questions, and when to escalated.
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📌 Facilities Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Yorkville University
📍 Toronto