A current and valid Ontario Sheet Metal Worker Certificate of Qualification (308A) is required.

Must possess a class G driver license to travel between University offsite locations as required.

Additional certifications are an asset.

3 years of related experience.

Grade, Wage Rate

Certified Trade CT2, $42 (hourly)

Job Type

Continuing

Anticipated Hire Date

January 4, 2027

Job Description

The Facility Services team proudly cares for over 67 campus buildings, encompassing approximately eight million square feet of space across 377 acres of land. Our team operates around the clock, managing over 50 active construction projects at any given time and completing more than 12,000 service requests annually. Our team of 350 hardworking, devoted, and diverse professionals takes immense pride in supporting a world-renowned teaching and research institution. We are dedicated to serving the campus community by delivering excellence across our areas of operation, developing creative solutions and focusing on customer service. As responsible stewards of the university’s resources, we ensure the highest standards in everything we do. Facility Services includes the following offices and departments:

The Office of Sustainability, Design and Construction, Maintenance Services, Custodial and Grounds, Mail and Logistics, Utilities, and Financial Services. These teams provide essential campus services, including building maintenance, capital projects, custodial services, customer services, energy conservation, engineering design services, finance, fleet management, grounds, mail and logistics, sustainability, utility production and distribution, and waste management and recycling. Our internal communications, human resources,



finance, and information technology staff support these operations.

JOB SUMMARY

Working in collaboration with a diverse team of trades professionals,the Sheet Metal Worker is responsible formaintenance, troubleshooting, alteration, repair, fabrication and construction support of sheet metal components and exhaust systems. This position performs skilled trades work for maintenance, repair, and small renovation projects across all University campuses and buildings. The Sheet Metal Worker is expected to maintain an active and valid Ontario Sheet Metal Worker Certificate of Qualification (308A) in good standing, ensuring all work is completed safely and in compliance with applicable codes, legislative requirements and University standards.

Representative Accountabilities

- Perform duties of a Licensed Sheet Metal Worker in Ontario with valid proof of Certification of Qualification (308A) and licensing in good standing, in compliance with current codes and regulations as required by the Certificate of Qualification and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
- Perform skilled trade for maintenance, repair and small renovations.
- Diagnose and resolve HVAC system issues and provide technical advice for repairs.
- Repair, fabricate, install,



and renovate facility/building services and equipment including but not limited to ductwork, flex connections, fire dampers, lockers, steel cabinets, walk-in freezers, shelving, heating convector covers, drain pans, trays, vent and flue piping, access doors, dampers and floor pans.
- Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and environmental systems including cleaning, lubrication, inspection and adjustment, and assist with creating these schedules.
- Perform precision fabrication of metals and metal components such as aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, and other metals using a variety of techniques and equipment including but not limited to welding, bending, tapping and cutting.
- Operation and maintenance of variety of different types of machines such as spot welders, drill presses, punch presses, shapers, grinders, and other machine shop equipment to fabricate and assemble parts to make or repair items as required.
- Repair or install downspouts, rain gutters, metal cladding, fascia, flashing and siding.
- Assist in the operation and design of air handling systems including duct work and related accessories including but not limited to, filter racks, access doors, dampers, flex connections and condensate trays on heating, ventilating, air conditioning and fume hood systems.
- Responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the building environmental systems and components necessary for the daily operation of the campus
- Review and interpret construction documents including blueprints, and manufacturer’s installation manuals to determine work requirements and the sequence of repairs or installations.

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