General Building Maintenance

Code	5711
Diploma	DVS
Sector	Buildings and Public Works
Length of training	900 hours
Approximate duration in months	9 months
Number of credits	60
Status	Program approved in 1998.

This program is offered in French:
5211 - Entretien général d'immeubles

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Program Objectives

To determine their suitability for the trade and the training process, maintain tools and equipment, manage a small warehouse, perform housekeeping tasks, perform minor general building maintenance operations, communicate in the workplace, harmonious integration into the school and work environments.

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
936-201	To determine their suitability for the trade and the training process	15	1
936-212	To apply occupational health and safety rules	30	2
936-222	To maintain tools and equipment and manage a small warehouse	30	2
936-238	To perform housekeeping tasks	120	8
936-244	To perform minor general building maintenance operations	60	4
936-255	To perform simple carpentry maintenance and repair tasks	75	5
936-266	To troubleshoot simple building mechanics problems	90	6
936-274	To inspect and make minor repairs to electrical equipment	60	4
936-282	To communicate in the workplace	30	2
936-295	To perform plumbing and heating system maintenance operations	75	5
936-304	To perform ventilation and air conditioning system maintenance operations	60	4
936-312	To perform fire protection system maintenance operations	30	2
936-323	To interpret building plans	45	3
936-333	To use a microcomputer	45	3
936-343	To perform building administration tasks and implement an emergency plan	45	3
936-352	To use job search techniques	30	2
936-364	To enter the work force	60	4
		900	60

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding an Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies, or a post-secondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor’s degree
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test (see the following table), or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning

Specific conditions:
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their vocational training is to begin in a specific program of study, who hold a Training Certificate for a Semiskilled Trade (TCST), and who earned the required credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in Secondary Cycle One in general education in the youth sector or in Secondary II in general education in the adult sector
OR
Persons who are at least 15 years of age on September 30 of the current school year, who have attained vocational maturity and who have earned their Secondary II credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics are eligible for admission to a pilot project for concurrent admission. By means of concurrent admission with an integrated schedule, they will continue their vocational training and their general education in the youth sector to complete the Secondary III prerequisites they need to obtain their vocational training diploma. Authorization by the Ministère is required for the concurrent admission of a student in Secondary III

Functional Prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 can be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of vocational studies (DVS) based on functional prerequisites. These prerequisites, in place for those aged at least 18 years at the start date declared for the vocational training program, are: successful completion of the general development test (GDT) and obtaining and passing the tests relative to the specific prerequisites in the language of instruction and mathematics, if applicable.

This table indicates the new course codes for common core basic education (CCBE) and diversified basic education (DBE) required for the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. In the cases where the new course codes for the CCBE and the DBE are in progressive implementation, the old codes are indicated in parenthesis and are still valid. The equivalent course codes in basic education in the youth sector are also indicated in the table. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or in mathematics, a (-) will be displayed in the appropriate field. Please note that the functional prerequisites do not apply to attestation of vocational specialty (AVS) programs.

Specific Prerequisites

Language of instruction		Second language		Mathematics
Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth
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Educational Organizations Offering the Program

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Montréal

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Lester-B.-Pearson SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	D/E	Start Date
Career Development Services	GBM 2021	D/E	Continuous entry
Verdun Adult and Career Centre	G250819	D	Aug. 19th, 2025
	G260119	D	Jan. 19th, 2026
	Wait List	D	Continuous entry
	G250122	D	Jan. 22nd, 2025
West Island Career Centre	GB250218	D	Feb. 18th, 2025

Janitor

Janitors perform building maintenance duties. They perform minor repairs (e.g., carpentry and plumbing), maintain the plumbing, heating and ventilation systems, and ensure the safety and sanitation of the premises. As part of their duties, they may be responsible for managing certain aspects pertaining to rentals, complaints, rent, etc. This job requires good manual skills and resourcefulness. A job as a janitor is suitable for people who enjoy maintaining good neighbourly relations but who also like to work alone.