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Trades Worker I

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

Newfoundland and Labrador

Temporary1+ years experience
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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary Trades Worker I for full-time plant maintenance in the Labrador Grenfell Zone, at Forteau, on variable 8-hour day shifts. The work covers building maintenance, repair and alteration across several trades, plus life safety system checks. Pay is CG-24 at CAD 23.32 to 25.68 per hour plus a Labrador allowance, and the posting is open until filled.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain, repair and alter building systems and structures
  • Install and repair doors, windows, locks, glass and furniture
  • Perform minor electrical work and assist electricians
  • Carry out preventative maintenance including painting and plastering
  • Troubleshoot boiler systems and check life safety equipment

Requirements summary:

  • High school completion or equivalent
  • One year post-secondary trade training
  • 1 to 2 years skilled trade experience
  • Work order and preventative maintenance system experience
  • Transportation of dangerous goods course
  • Valid Class V driver's licence and certificate of conduct

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Employer posting date
2026-06-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Plant or factory
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsTransportation of dangerous goods certificate, Certificate of conduct
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required), Trade certificate (required)
Fields of studyBuilding trades, Electrical trades, Plumbing, Mechanical trades
Perks mentionedHome office allowance

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

FieldValue
HeadquartersSt. John's
Open jobs on Jobsy1,001
Job description
Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone
Location: FORTEAU

Trades Worker I
Labrador Grenfell Zone - FT PLANT MAINTENANCE
Temp Call-In
NAPE HS
HoursVariable Shifts(8 hours; Days)
SalaryCG-24 (CAD23.32 - CAD25.68 per hour) plus applicable Labrador Allowance
Competition NumberVAC0025676
Posted Date2026-06-10
Closing DateOpen until filled.
Demands, duties, qualificationsQualifications:

Completion of High School or equivalent.
Completion of a One year post secondary course in a particular building, electrical, plumbing or mechanical trade.
Minimum of 1-2 years experience in a skilled trade.
Experience in operation of a work order and preventative maintenance system.
Successful completion of transportation and dangerous goods course.
The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct.
Valid class V driver’s license.

Duties: (Included but not limited to)

Performs a variety of maintenance, repair and alteration work in skilled trades work.
Installs and/or repairs offices, doors, windows, glass, locks, and office furniture such as desks, bookcases, shelving, etc.
Performs minor electrical work such as replacing light bulbs, tubes, and ballasts. Assists electricians in more advanced electrical repairs and maintenance such as pulling wire.
Maintains building in good condition through preventative maintenance work such as painting, plastering.
Participates in the repair and troubleshooting of boiler systems.
Operates power tools including table saws, electric drills, voltage meter etc.
Ensures that all life safety systems such as fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, etc., are in working order. Responds when alarms are activated. Removes fire hazards and reports safety hazards.
Performs preventative maintenance checks on various pieces of equipment and/or building structure.
Works with some independence and may be required to perform complex tasks related to their expertise.
Required to assist other trades people and maintenance activities.
Other related duties as required.

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