YPT is searching for candidates to fill the seasonal on-site position of the Junior Operations Assistant, reporting to the Director of Operations. The position will provide career-related work experience commensurate to ability and/or aptitude, expanding capacity for skill development as a general labourer/tradesperson. The position will offer opportunities for development through hands-on learning in a supportive real-world environment.

This is a Canada Summer Jobs position commencing on July 2 and ending on August 23, 2024.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs, routine inspections
• Perform custodial services as assigned by management
• Prepare/set up rooms for various events/activities
• Assist with Information Technology (IT) and phone network systems
• Prepare, paint and decorate interior and exterior surfaces as required
• Assist in supporting other departments or events as requested by management
• Interface with service providers and external contractors
• Perform other facilities duties as required including but not limited to security and fire safety related tasks
• Be available for occasional evening and weekend work as required

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Creative problem solving
• Strong communication skills
• Able to perform tasks that require a hands-on approach
• Comfortable working with various tools
• Comfortable performing physical activities such as: lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling

Eligibility

To be eligible to participate in Canada Summer Jobs, individuals must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations