Maintenance Worker

Posting No. 23-03-278 Maintenance Worker Thresholds Homes and Supports Inc. is a community-based agency that promotes recovery and improved quality of life for people who experience mental health issues by providing affordable housing and individualized, flexible support services through our wide-ranging programs offered throughout Waterloo Region and Wellington County. Our staff are committed and passionate about what they do, and take pride in the difference they make in our community. Our values include PERSON-FOCUSED, HOPE, RECOVERY, SELF-DETERMINATION, QUALITY OF LIFE, INTEGRITY and COLLABORATION. We also take time to recognize each other and have fun! SUMMARY OF POSITION The maintenance worker will be responsible for performing general building and property maintenance. The maintenance worker will also be responsible for performing routine and emergency maintenance activities, as well as trouble shooting and performing minor repairs on plumbing systems, dry walling, carpentry and notifying management of needed repairs. As well as general janitorial duties. HOURS OF WORKThe position will work 35 hours a week, 8:30am – 4:30pm BENEFITS: Float HolidayHealth and Dental Benefits RRSP 5% matched after 1 year Above ESA standard vacation entitlement 12 Sick days per year
RESPONSIBILITIES· Routine maintenance and/or general handyman work including painting, minor drywall repair, ceiling tile installation, ceramic tiles repair/installation, minor carpentry, lock replacement/repair, basic plumbing, basic electrical and other duties. · Coordination of repairs necessary upon unit change over as required, and in consultation with the Maintenance Coordinator· Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of structures and ground on the properties. · Residential installation and assembly including blinds, screen doors, etc. · Help ensure a safe work environment is always maintained by committing to work safely. Promptly reports/takes corrective action to address actual or potentially hazardous situations. · Maintain good work habits and arrives at appointments punctually. · Maintain a positive working relationship with all tenants. Report tenant complaints promptly to the Maintenance Coordinator and/or Tenant Liaisons. · Janitorial duties, sanitization, moping, sweeping, dusting and other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS · High school diploma/GED preferred. · 3-5 years of maintenance experience preferred. · 2-5 year experience with vulnerable populations · Must be able to read and understand product assembly instructions and must have good communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills. · First Aid certification and working knowledge of WHMIS are considered assets. · Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license, relevant insurance and use of a reliable vehicle and clean driving record. · Must have basic tools. · Able to work independently · Use of Cell Phone App, Fiix· Able to successfully complete and provide a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume noting in the subject line “Posting No. 23-03-278 Maintenance Worker” by March 24, 2023 to: [email protected] Thresholds Homes and Supports Inc. is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]