Facilities Maintenance Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Professional School Facilities Support Roles

People Finders Personnel partners with respected schools and educational facilities to connect dependable facilities professionals with clean, safe, and well-supported work environments.

Whether you’re an experienced facilities worker or bring strong building maintenance skills forward, we help place you in roles where safety, reliability, and pride in your work are essential.

With us, you receive:

• Opportunities within established school communities

• Clear communication and ongoing support throughout the hiring process

• A professional team that values consistency, respect, and accountability

Facilities Maintenance Associate

Location: North York

Shifts: Day ONLY – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour

Status: Full-Time Only (no part-time positions available) – 6 month+ contract

Start Dates: ASAP

We are seeking experienced Facilities Maintenance Associates to support daily school operations by ensuring buildings and grounds are secure, clean, and well maintained. This role also assists with school events and responds to the needs of the school community. A strong focus on safety, responsiveness, and dependable maintenance is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the security and safety of the school facility, including:
• Closing the school each evening
• Ensuring all gates are locked
• Ensuring all doors and windows are latched
• Ensuring the security alarm is engaged
• Reporting any safety or security concerns promptly
• Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of buildings and grounds (inside and outside)
• Respond promptly to spills or urgent cleanup requirements
• Clean washrooms and change rooms and maintain supply levels
• Clean common areas including dining hall, gymnasium, corridors, and meeting rooms
• Sweep, mop, polish, vacuum, and shampoo floors as required
• Collect and prepare garbage and recycled materials for disposal
• Support general maintenance and school operations, including:
• Assisting with painting, minor repairs, and routine upkeep
• Performing basic maintenance and minor repairs as required
• Moving equipment, furniture, and supplies as needed
• Setting up and taking down seating, furniture, and equipment for assemblies and events
• Completing deliveries and internal moves throughout the building and grounds
• Provide support to the school community by:
• Responding professionally and promptly to teachers, staff, students, and parents
• Carrying out tasks safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of facilities maintenance or custodial experience
• Strong understanding of building security procedures
• Excellent command of English (written and verbal)
• Ability to safely operate and understand basic electrical, mechanical, fire-alarm, and security systems
• Demonstrated cleaning and general maintenance skills
• Ability to perform minor repairs and basic building maintenance
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to urgent situations
• Physically able to lift 50+ lbs / 25 kgs
• Must have a clear criminal background and be able to pass a Vulnerable Persons Check
• Flexibility to support school events on evenings or weekends if required

Additional Info

• Must pass criminal and vulnerable persons check
• Must be able to lift 25 KGs
• Day shift only
• North York location
• Full-time, 6 month+ contract

How to Apply

If you meet the required experience and qualifications, please apply with your current and detailed resume. These are full-time upcoming opportunities, and only candidates who meet the experience criteria will be contacted.