Building Operations Assistant (4 positions) at City of Cambridge

People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Facilities - Operations, the Building Operations Assistant is responsible for the daily maintenance and safe operations of civic and recreational facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools. This position will be a keystone in commissioning and maintaining our new Recreation Complex at 655 Wesley Ave along with our other facilities.

What you will be doing

• Conducts routine inspections on pool equipment and chemical systems, complete testing and maintain logs throughout the course of the day
• Performs day-to-day repairs and maintenance required in buildings, including responding to work orders
• Performs program set-up, tear-down
• Completes weekly/monthly inspections in building maintenance and regulatory fire and life safety testing
• Performs outdoor and indoor pool opening/closing duties
• Performing grounds keeping and building maintenance duties

Education

• Grade 12 OSS Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Pool and Spa Operator Certificate
• Valid G Driver’s License
• Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA) – Building Operations Course, Certified Building Technician Designation, Certified Aquatic Technician Designation, Certified Ice Technician Designation considered as assets
• 2-year certificate program in Building Environmental Systems Operator Class 1 and Class 2 considered an asset

Experience and Knowledge

One to two years of previous work-related experience relating to:

• Knowledge and skills for pool chemistry obtained through hands-on experience and education
• Building operations
• Building maintenance and understanding of building components throughout the various buildings of the portfolio
• Teamwork, to promote the smooth running and success of facilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Personable allowing for excellent customer service

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Confirmation that you are physically able to perform the essential duties of the position, as assessed through our third party provider, prior to commencement in the position.

Current and valid Police Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check to be provided prior to commencement in this position.

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

Valid G driver's license.

Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)

Your compensation

This position is within Grade 6 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an hourly range of $37.56 to $39.94. Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, travel benefits; long term disability; accidental death and dismemberment and life insurance. Enrolment in Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS).

Hours of work

This position works 35 hours per week, with rotating shifts, including days, afternoons and weekends in accordance with the collective agreement.

Hours of work are currently under review and may be subject to change.

Advertisement expiration date

Interested candidates should apply at www.cambridge.ca/careers. This posting will close on July 10, 2026.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.

Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.