Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Maintenance Career?

Are you a skilled handyman with a passion for problem-solving, a strong work ethic, and a drive to take ownership of your work?

Do you thrive in environments where no two days are the same, and where your talents can truly make a difference?

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, develops your skills, and opens the door to something bigger, you might be exactly who we're looking for.

Shift REI is a well-established, people-focused company that takes pride in ensuring our tenants receive excellent service. As a Maintenance Assistant you will play a critical role in keeping our facilities running smoothly and looking their best! Successful candidates can expect to earn up to $30 per hour.

Why join our Shift REI?

• Competitive compensation plans and employer-matched RRSP
• Industry-leading benefits including health, dental, orthodontics, paramedical services and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Employee travel rewards, so you can travel on us, starting at 5 years!
• A people-centric environment, where doing the right thing and providing exceptional service come first.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the organization via training and continuous improvement
• Support from management and other team members to help you succeed.
• A stable, family-owned business that has been part of the community for over 30 years!

Job Duties:

• Respond to incoming service tickets from various locations in a timely manner
• Perform general building maintenance and repairs such as electrical, plumbing, painting, patching walls, and hanging shelves
• Troubleshoot facility equipment issues to determine necessary repairs
• Assess repair projects for required supplies and equipment
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and door locks
• Maintain property appearance by removing garbage, mowing lawns, landscaping and snow removal
• Perform other duties and tasks as required

Ideal Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in general maintenance or other maintenance positions where you were required to recognize electrical, plumbing, and mechanical malfunctions or equipment failures.
• Able to operate equipment such as a riding lawn mower, skid steer, payloader, and telehandler, as well as pull various trailers with a pickup truck
• Formal training in operating a payloader, telehandler, or skid steer is preferred.
• Formal training in HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems or related fields is an asset.
• Able to maintain a professional demeanour and appearance while working at our customer's locations
• Able to perform physically demanding work, which includes standing, walking, crouching and the ability to lift 50 lbs
• The ability and willingness to travel to locations outside of Lethbridge
• Available to work at varying times, dependent on the work that needs to be completed
• A Valid Driver's License