Painter

MM1 Maintenance Tradesperson 1

Regular/full-time

Housing, Addictions and Homelessness

Property Services, Manitoba Housing

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 41606

Salary(s):   MM1 $55,096.00 - $64,466.00 per year

Closing Date:   April 11, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for future regular or term position, and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Candidates are required to submit their resume and cover letter (Word or PDF only). 

The Department of Housing, Addictions and Homelessness is seeking qualified candidates to fill the Maintenance Tradesperson position in Winnipeg.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package, which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be able to travel within Winnipeg and occasionally work overtime and weekend work.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Checks.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position.  This includes the ability to use ladders, working at heights, work in confined spaces, work in dusty and extreme heat/cold conditions, lifting up to 80 lbs, kneeling, standing, crawling, sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Full Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence and vehicle suitable for trade materials.
• Must be able to wear PPE to perform the work.
• Valid certificate of qualification as journeyperson Painter and Decorator.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Journeyperson experience in painting & decorating.
• Professional experience in paint and coating application for various interior and exterior surfaces as it applies to residential and commercial buildings.
• Professional experience in the preparation of large surfaces for painting & coating, including drywall repair, patching, mudding, taping & sanding.
• Professional experience preparing accurate estimates for work orders and materials.
• Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health Act, safety policies, safe work precedures.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills. 
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Desired:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Duties:
Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the incumbent performs painting and maintenance services in Manitoba Housing Rental Units and Facilities.  

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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