Physical Plant

Thunder Bay

Full-time

Permanent

##Overview

Lakehead University is seeking a skilled Mechanic Trades 3 to join the Physical Plant team. This position performs journeyman-level mechanical maintenance and repair work to support the safe and efficient operation of campus mechanical systems and equipment.

The successful candidate will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of mechanical systems across campus facilities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and university procedures.

##Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance work through the University’s computerized work order system.
• Inspect, investigate, and troubleshoot issues related to mechanical systems and equipment.
• Perform skilled mechanical work at the journeyman level.
• Provide estimates for repair and maintenance work on campus mechanical systems.
• Maintain accurate reports, records, and documentation related to work orders, requisitions, upgrades, and system changes.
• Follow all safety procedures and take reasonable precautions for the protection of workers and equipment.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, related legislation, and university safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

##Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education.

• Several years of directly related journeyman experience in a maintenance environment.

• Valid Journeyman License / Certificate of Qualification in one or more of the following trades:

• • Plumber
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
  • Sheet Metal Worker
  • Steamfitter

• Valid Gasfitter 2 Certificate or higher.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) Certificate is considered an asset.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

***We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment.***Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Benefits Information

Why Lakehead University?

Application Deadline:

Friday, March 27, 2026 - 11:59pm

Salary:

$32.95 to $36.85

Contact Information:

humanres@lakeheadu.ca

Reference Number:

IUOE-26-01

Application Deadline:

Friday, March 27, 2026 - 11:59pm

Salary:

$32.95 to $36.85

Yes, eligible for benefits

Contact Information:

humanres@lakeheadu.ca

Reference Number:

IUOE-26-01