About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
General Maintenance, On-Call
Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this position performs routine maintenance and minor repairs, assists trade staff in performing trade level work and assists with general grounds keeping support as required. This position will require travel between campuses.
Location
Castlegar
Department
College Services
Subdepartment
Maintenance
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
On Call
FTE
0
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
15/09/2025
Closing Date
10/09/2025
Competition #
15074
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Performs equipment, building maintenance and minor repair work including:
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to mechanical, plumbing, electrical and carpentry:
- make up, clear and replace sinks, toilets or exhaust fans,
- repair leaky pipes and fixtures,
- clear plugged drains, sinks, toilets,
- test electrical breakers to check for power outages,
- replace light bulbs,
- make minor electrical repairs,
- install and service door locks and window fasteners, etc.
- Inspects exit and emergency lights; maintain a log and arrange for repairs required.
- Responds to emergency situations such as floods or power outages.
- Receives instructions and works with our maintenance technicians as a helper to repair and maintain campus buildings, modify, renovate or build office or related facilities, build and install furniture, cabinets and shelving units, repair office furniture, doors, windows, frames, roof leaks, apply dry walling, mix and apply paints for touch up repair work, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Must be in good physical condition
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in team environment
- Must have a valid forklift operating certificate
- Ability to multitask, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to focus on individual tasks are required
Education and Experience
- High School graduation
- WHMIS certification
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence
- Minimum 3-4 years related experience in performing routine maintenance operations and rudimentary technical knowledge (such as working knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems)
- Familiar with operation of building and maintenance equipment and tools
- Trade certifications preferred
- Experience required dependent on the College needs during the recruiting period
This is an on-call (0%) position, commencing September 15, 2025**. Salary will be Pay Grade 9, $34.68 per hour in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.**
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Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
General Maintenance, On-Call
Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this position performs routine maintenance and minor repairs, assists trade staff in performing trade level work and assists with general grounds keeping support as required. This position will require travel between campuses.
Location
Castlegar
Department
College Services
Subdepartment
Maintenance
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
On Call
FTE
0
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
15/09/2025
Closing Date
10/09/2025
Competition #
15074
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Performs equipment, building maintenance and minor repair work including:
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to mechanical, plumbing, electrical and carpentry:
- make up, clear and replace sinks, toilets or exhaust fans,
- repair leaky pipes and fixtures,
- clear plugged drains, sinks, toilets,
- test electrical breakers to check for power outages,
- replace light bulbs,
- make minor electrical repairs,
- install and service door locks and window fasteners, etc.
- Inspects exit and emergency lights; maintain a log and arrange for repairs required.
- Responds to emergency situations such as floods or power outages.
- Receives instructions and works with our maintenance technicians as a helper to repair and maintain campus buildings, modify, renovate or build office or related facilities, build and install furniture, cabinets and shelving units, repair office furniture, doors, windows, frames, roof leaks, apply dry walling, mix and apply paints for touch up repair work, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Must be in good physical condition
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in team environment
- Must have a valid forklift operating certificate
- Ability to multitask, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to focus on individual tasks are required
Education and Experience
- High School graduation
- WHMIS certification
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence
- Minimum 3-4 years related experience in performing routine maintenance operations and rudimentary technical knowledge (such as working knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems)
- Familiar with operation of building and maintenance equipment and tools
- Trade certifications preferred
- Experience required dependent on the College needs during the recruiting period
This is an on-call (0%) position, commencing September 15, 2025**. Salary will be Pay Grade 9, $34.68 per hour in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.**
-
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.