Trades Helper

Trades Helper
COMPETITION NO. SS26-50

AboutDurham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution thatsupports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing jobmarket. With a focus on experiential learning led by expert faculty throughfield placements applied research co-ops and other hands-on opportunities DCgrads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to theever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning Durham College offers awide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines includingculinary management farming and horticulture business IT construction andtrades science and technology health care engineering social and communityservices media art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer145 programs including six bachelors degrees and 11apprenticeship programs tomore than 11000 full-time post-secondary and nearly3000 apprenticeship addition we have more than 16000 studentregistrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120000 alumnirepresent the college both locally and around the world.

DC hasan estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Regionand is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve bycontributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-beingthrough partnerships investments and collaboration.

Position Information:
Full-time SupportStaff Position Opportunity
Payband: G;Starting Rate: $35.29; Four Year Rate: $40.73
Department: Facilities
Hours: 40 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon Fri
Reporting To: Manager Utilities and Building Systems
Campus Location: Oshawa
Vacancy Status:Existing vacancy

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent isresponsible for assisting the Licensed trades workers with the daily on-goingoperation control repair preventative and predictive maintenance of heatingventilation air conditioning systems plumbing systems electrical systems andall associated fittings and piping. The incumbent is also responsible to assistin maintaining the appearance of the facility including drywall paint ceilingtiles doors and hardware.

Assist with maintainingupdating and repairing HVAC related building support systems including heatrecovery systems motors humidification systems re-heat coils heat pumpscooling towers roof top heating and cooling systems pneumatics plumbingsystems pumps electrical and electronic controls.

Assist with performingscheduled predictive and preventative maintenance and repair on heating ventilationair conditioning plumbing and electrical equipment. Test calibrate andadjust equipment. Ensurecode compliance of systems by performing inspections and required documentation update manuals and provide informationregarding work conducted for input onto the computerized maintenance managementsystem. Use computers to monitor and adjust building automation systems.

Monitor and inspect work performed by contractors trades workers andmechanics and report findings and or discrepancies to Manager Operations. Source information and parts by contacting vendors technical librariesand internet to estimate material quantities and costs for projects and repairactivities. Purchase required materials via purchase order or corporate credit card.
Provide technical information and support to unskilled staff as required. Assist with the installation and commissioning of new heatingventilation air conditioning refrigeration plumbing and electrical systems.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a two-year diploma as a Building Operator Gas Technician 2 or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of two-years work experience troubleshooting and repairing systems related to HVAC Plumbing and Electrical.
• Ability to assist with troubleshooting and repair old and new mechanical HVAC plumbing electrical electronic and computerized systems.
• Working knowledge of Energy Act HVAC Plumbing Electrical related Code CSA standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Excellent problem solving and analysis skills.
• Capable of working independently and in a group.
• Possession of a valid G drivers licence is required.

Please apply belowby submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on September 24 2026. Competition number SS26-50.

Contact Us T:905.721.3073
C Wing Second Floor - 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa ON

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We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and through the treaty process share the lands on which we live learn teach and prosper today.