25AE04 - Maintenance Supervisor - Mechanical/Electrical - Guelph Board Office
25AE04 - Maintenance Supervisor - Mechanical/Electrical - Guelph Board Office
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Job Description
CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR MECHANICAL / ELECTRICAL
ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)
The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin Wellington and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit the Six Nations of the Grand River and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Maintenance team in the capacity of Maintenance Supervisor Mechanical / Electrical.
Location: Guelph Board Office (500 Victoria Rd. N Guelph ON N1E 6K2)
Hours of work/FTE : 1.0 FTE; 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $112754 to $135228 per year (wage rate effective September 1 2025)
Board Information: 12 months; permanent full-time; Administrative Employees
Reporting to the Senior Facilities Manager the Maintenance Supervisor Mechanical/Electrical supervises and manages the maintenance and repair of all electrical and mechanical systems for all schools and administration sites. This successful incumbent will manage the allocation of work for skilled trade employees and contractors.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all Electrical and Mechanical building systems ensuring compliance with legislative regulatory and code regulations
- Management of direct reports (Electricians and Plumbers) by assigning work setting schedules resolving problems and identifying appropriate individual goals aligned with individual capabilities and work requirements
- Monitor budgets managing variances and recommend allocations
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to after-hours calls for fire alarms security and other emergencies
- Manage and supervise projects with employees and contractors including determining project scope preparing documents for quotation and maintaining budget requirements
- Collaborate with Facilities team and Capital/Renewal team to manage assets while cost effectively maximizing life cycle and make recommendations for renewal or capital projects
- Support the Capital/Renewal team by supporting project implementation and assisting with identification and resolution of deficiencies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Qualifications:
- Valid Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) or Certificate of Qualification as a Construction Maintenance Electrician (309A) as a Journeyman from the Province of Ontario
- Sound understanding of the principles of mechanical and electrical systems
- Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of supervisory experience of electrical and mechanical skill trades employees within a unionized workplace
- Strong analytical abilities and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical building systems
- Knowledge of regulatory agencies requirements including Technical Standards and Safety Authority the Electrical Safety Authority and local Building and Fire Safety regulations
- Valid Ontario drivers license
APPLICATION DETAILS
Internal Applicants: Internal candidates (current UGDSB employees) are invited to email their cover letter and resume in PDF format to specifying Job Code 25AE0 4 in the subject line no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 25 2025 .
External Applicants: Applications from external candidates (non-UGDSB employees) are accepted exclusivelythrough Apply To Education . To submit your application click the Apply button at the top of the page or visit: no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 25 2025.
While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information refer to the UGDSBs Criminal Record Check for requirements.
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING
Employment Equity
The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity including but not limited to:
- First Nations Inuit and Mtis peoples and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations gender identities and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race ancestry ethnicity colour religion and/or spiritual beliefs or place of origin
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities
At UGDSB we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully thrive and reach their full potential. Please visit Safe Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.
Accommodation & Accessibility
We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process please contact .
August 14 2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
