“How do you live in the moment?”

We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter'™. We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes meaningful connections with those they are caring for.

The Maintenance Aide reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is expected to perform general, routine maintenance and servicing operations throughout the facility, in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• As directed and in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, performs a variety of routine maintenance, servicing and repair operations to maintain home, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds in proper condition.
• Following a preventative maintenance program for building, HVAC and fire systems,
• Refurbishing of suites on Resident turnover,
• Ordering supplies and adherence to operating budget,
• Demonstrates attitudes and beliefs consistent with being person centred.
• Working in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act,
• Conducts regular maintenance rounds to ensure all life safety and building and support systems are functioning properly.
• Notifies the Environmental Services Manager of significant building/equipment malfunctions/problems.
• Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner and assures proper care in use of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Maintains required records, reports, statistics, etc., in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Ensures the privacy of residents during performance of duties.
• Any and all other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:

• Grade 12 or OSSD certificate is preferred
• Ability to read and write English and follow written instructions
• Computer skills an asset,
• Three years' experience working in a maintenance role in a Retirement Community setting is preferred,
• Good understanding of chemical and equipment use
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Some training in repair trades such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC etc.,
• Knowledgeable about the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Retirement Homes Act,
• Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results less than 6 months old, must be able to provide three supervisory reference.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive wages
• Employee perks
• Support for personal and professional growth
• Employee benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Matching RRSP contribution