General Handyworker Job in City of Toronto, Canada

The successful candidate will report to the Supervisor of Design for Local Roads within the Transportation Infrastructure Section of the Engineering & Construction Services Division. Key responsibilities include assisting in the development of engineering designs for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of local roads and associated underground infrastructure, including watermains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewers. This role involves contributing to project planning, design preparation, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and municipal requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs various tasks in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, construction and in general building, park and grounds maintenance.
• Assists various Trade workers/Handyworkers 1 and 2 and others in their work and performs general construction, maintenance and repairs such as building repairs, setting up equipment, form and brick work, repair of furniture, equipment, etc.
• Installs, operates, maintains and makes minor repairs to mechanical equipment.
• Drives a vehicle as required to perform primary functions and may operate a forklift, rubber tire loader or overhead hoisting device.
• Performs a variety of work not requiring the service of licensed trade.
• Performs general grounds keeping duties such as grass cutting and snow removal. Performs other related work as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

Your resume must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Considerable experience performing a variety of semi-skilled work.
• Experience and knowledge of landscaping, building, construction practices and efficient operation and maintenance of associated equipment.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.