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The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 5th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2025, the City of Markham is ranked 2nd among municipalities in Canada and 12th overall for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 366,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for the above temporary part-time position in the Sustainability and Asset Management Department, Corporate Services Commission. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume online by August 7, 2025.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Please note that this is a contract opportunity until January 2026 with part-time hours (up to 24 hours a week).

**Hours of Work:**Varies by shift. Shifts will be mostly on weeknights and weekends.

**Location:**Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Supervisor/Coordinator of Facility Operations, this position is responsible for assisting with facility operations maintenance, cleaning and repair work. This position is responsible for the security and safety of the facility and its patron when no other full-time staff are available.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs general cleaning and maintenance (i.e. detail cleaning, set-ups and breakdowns of tables and chairs, minor repairs, painting, outdoor lake and fountains maintenance).
  • Operates power tools, cleaning and safety equipment.
  • Responds to request from general public and other City staff on general facility issues and/or maintenance requests.
  • Patrols the facility, assess and mitigate facility problems, safety hazards and/or improper departmental operations
  • Ensures policy and procedures are followed according to the standards of City of Markham,
  • Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well with other staff.
  • Various administrative duties as required. logs issues through ACR work order program or through the contact centre.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

  • Minimum 18 years of age at the start of employment
  • High School Diploma and demonstrated experience in a leadership role at the high school level or beyond is required
  • Two years’ experience in part-time facility maintenance and familiarity with maintenance procedures are required.
  • Familiar with all aspects of the building so that questions can be handled, problems resolved, and complaints responded to in a courteous and timely manner.
  • Current Standard First Aid with CPR “C” with Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
  • Valid class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s licence. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract (No demerit points plus no more than 2 infractions – maximum of one moving and one non-moving conviction)
  • Proficient in use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel etc.) and work order reporting software / log issues.
  • General knowledge of email, video conferencing (Zoom, Microsoft Teams etc.)
  • Ability to perform general maintenance skills safely
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills and sensitivity to interact with diverse groups

CORE BEHAVIOURS

  • Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
  • Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
  • Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
  • Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
  • Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
  • Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

Please respect our scent free area by not wearing scented products when visiting the office.

About City of Markham

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Markham, Ontario is one of the most culturally diverse and fast growing cities in the Greater Toronto Region with a population of over 353,000 people. A multiple award-winning municipality celebrating its 220th anniversary, Markham is Canada’s High-Tech Capital anchored by 1,500+ technology companies that generate over 35,000 jobs. Of the 10,400 companies in Markham, there is a high concentration of Canadian head offices located here - including industry leaders such as IBM, Aviva Insurance, AMD, Allstate, The Miller Group, Parsons, Huawei Technologies, MMM Group, Lenovo, GE Energy, Bank of China, Toshiba, J+J, Hyundai and Honda. Defined by its rich heritage, well-planned communities, high quality infrastructure, a talented workforce, and a pro-business environment, Markham’s business community includes outstanding companies and organizations providing globally competitive banking, financing, engineering, design, technical and commercialization services.

For the third consecutive year, we are pleased to be named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2023 by Forbes and Statista Inc. The City of Markham is ranked in the top three for Government Services.