Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities - Chinook Education Centre #3824
About the role
A great place to go to school and work! Job Posting Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities Chinook Education Centre Competition #38 24 Chinook School Division requires a Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities at the Chinook Education Centre in Swift Current. As a key member of the facility leadership team, the Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities is responsible to the Manager of Facilities for implementation of the preventative and general maintenance for all school division buildings and grounds.
Start Date: As soon as possible The Chinook School Division is proud to serve over 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.
Chinook Is Committed To Supporting Diversity And Inclusion In Our Schools And Workplace As Indicated In Successful Candidates Are Expected To
- demonstrate an understanding of the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
- present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
- identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity and;
- take meaningful action.
Responsibilities The Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not restricted to, the following:
- Dealing tactfully with students, staff and the public;
- Assisting in plant operations and maintenance budget development;
- Assisting with preparation of the three-year Preventative Maintenance and Renewal plan
- Planning and implementing preventative maintenance programs for school division facilities;
- Planning and implementing maintenance programs for the mechanical, electrical, and building systems;
- Maintaining maintenance programs for grounds and yard site development;
- Supporting schools with training for routine maintenance and cleaning on division facilities and grounds;
- Working with contractors to provide and receive tenders for minor renovation projects;
- Working with web based Facility Asset Planner program and work order systems;
- Promoting the vision, mission, principles and goals of the Chinook School Division;
- Providing maintenance services in appropriate trade areas;
- Maintaining awareness of technical developments and enhancement in practices, equipment, supplies and materials; maintain awareness of codes and regulations and converse with inspectors for regulatory agencies within the area of accountability;
- Supervising and evaluating maintenance staff;
- Working safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and good trade practices;
- Performing other duties as may be required or assigned by the Manager of Facilities.
Education, Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
- Senior matriculation which may be supplemented with courses and/or experience related to building maintenance and facility operation.
- A general working knowledge of major building trades
- A good working knowledge of Microsoft office and its related applications
- A good understanding of building design and associated building components
- The ability to accurately assess and read blueprints
- Training and experience in the operation and maintenance of system controls, with Journeyman Trade Certification preferred
- Supervisory experience related to facility operation
- Possess or be willing to secure and maintain qualifications for boiler operation
- Maintain a valid driver's license
- Good physical condition: Able to do heavy work (exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects)
Please submit your application electronically via Apply to Education including a cover letter addressed to Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources (indicating competition # 3824 ), a résumé, complete with three references and any supporting documents by September 7 , 2025 at 3:00 PM. For more information about this position please contact Sharie Sloman, CFO at (306)778-9200.
Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search. While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer
About Chinook School Division #211
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve approximately 6000 students in 62 schools, with 1125 collegial and student centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest.
Our Division's aim is to continue to be an educational leader in the province providing unique opportunities, services and support to all children in southwestern Saskatchewan. Our educational community believes and values collegiality, professional growth, authentic partnerships, and assessment for learning where improving student learning opportunities is paramount.
Chinook, encompassing an area of 42 750 square kilometres, is the second largest school division in the province. Situated in beautiful Southwestern Saskatchewan, its geographical boundaries begin 80 kilometres east of Swift Current and include the United States border to the south, the Alberta border to the west and the Saskatchewan River to the north.
We are known for our geographical wonders, our friendly communities, and our innovation and leadership in education. Located within our Division are the Cypress Hills and Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Parks, the Great Sand Hills, Scotty the T-Rex, and the Grasslands National Park. The Southwest offers its residents outstanding educational opportunities, excellent health care, shopping, and first class cultural and recreational facilities. Historical sites across the region will take you back to Chief Sitting Bull, the forming of the North West Mounted Police and the building of Fort Walsh. This is only part of the story, because the history of this area goes back ten thousand years, and each visit presents you with a new adventure. Our area's economy is based primarily on manufacturing, agriculture, and petroleum.
Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities - Chinook Education Centre #3824
About the role
A great place to go to school and work! Job Posting Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities Chinook Education Centre Competition #38 24 Chinook School Division requires a Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities at the Chinook Education Centre in Swift Current. As a key member of the facility leadership team, the Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities is responsible to the Manager of Facilities for implementation of the preventative and general maintenance for all school division buildings and grounds.
Start Date: As soon as possible The Chinook School Division is proud to serve over 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.
Chinook Is Committed To Supporting Diversity And Inclusion In Our Schools And Workplace As Indicated In Successful Candidates Are Expected To
- demonstrate an understanding of the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
- present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
- identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity and;
- take meaningful action.
Responsibilities The Supervisor of Maintenance and Facilities shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not restricted to, the following:
- Dealing tactfully with students, staff and the public;
- Assisting in plant operations and maintenance budget development;
- Assisting with preparation of the three-year Preventative Maintenance and Renewal plan
- Planning and implementing preventative maintenance programs for school division facilities;
- Planning and implementing maintenance programs for the mechanical, electrical, and building systems;
- Maintaining maintenance programs for grounds and yard site development;
- Supporting schools with training for routine maintenance and cleaning on division facilities and grounds;
- Working with contractors to provide and receive tenders for minor renovation projects;
- Working with web based Facility Asset Planner program and work order systems;
- Promoting the vision, mission, principles and goals of the Chinook School Division;
- Providing maintenance services in appropriate trade areas;
- Maintaining awareness of technical developments and enhancement in practices, equipment, supplies and materials; maintain awareness of codes and regulations and converse with inspectors for regulatory agencies within the area of accountability;
- Supervising and evaluating maintenance staff;
- Working safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and good trade practices;
- Performing other duties as may be required or assigned by the Manager of Facilities.
Education, Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
- Senior matriculation which may be supplemented with courses and/or experience related to building maintenance and facility operation.
- A general working knowledge of major building trades
- A good working knowledge of Microsoft office and its related applications
- A good understanding of building design and associated building components
- The ability to accurately assess and read blueprints
- Training and experience in the operation and maintenance of system controls, with Journeyman Trade Certification preferred
- Supervisory experience related to facility operation
- Possess or be willing to secure and maintain qualifications for boiler operation
- Maintain a valid driver's license
- Good physical condition: Able to do heavy work (exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects)
Please submit your application electronically via Apply to Education including a cover letter addressed to Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources (indicating competition # 3824 ), a résumé, complete with three references and any supporting documents by September 7 , 2025 at 3:00 PM. For more information about this position please contact Sharie Sloman, CFO at (306)778-9200.
Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search. While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer
About Chinook School Division #211
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve approximately 6000 students in 62 schools, with 1125 collegial and student centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest.
Our Division's aim is to continue to be an educational leader in the province providing unique opportunities, services and support to all children in southwestern Saskatchewan. Our educational community believes and values collegiality, professional growth, authentic partnerships, and assessment for learning where improving student learning opportunities is paramount.
Chinook, encompassing an area of 42 750 square kilometres, is the second largest school division in the province. Situated in beautiful Southwestern Saskatchewan, its geographical boundaries begin 80 kilometres east of Swift Current and include the United States border to the south, the Alberta border to the west and the Saskatchewan River to the north.
We are known for our geographical wonders, our friendly communities, and our innovation and leadership in education. Located within our Division are the Cypress Hills and Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Parks, the Great Sand Hills, Scotty the T-Rex, and the Grasslands National Park. The Southwest offers its residents outstanding educational opportunities, excellent health care, shopping, and first class cultural and recreational facilities. Historical sites across the region will take you back to Chief Sitting Bull, the forming of the North West Mounted Police and the building of Fort Walsh. This is only part of the story, because the history of this area goes back ten thousand years, and each visit presents you with a new adventure. Our area's economy is based primarily on manufacturing, agriculture, and petroleum.