Maintenance Worker Contract

Job summary

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the physical upkeep and preventative maintenance of Ecuhome properties, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs. They also handle emergency maintenance calls and ensure all buildings comply with municipal and provincial safety regulations.

Job details

The Contract Maintenance Worker has specific responsibility for the maintenance and physical condition of properties that make up the Ecuhome portfolio. The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring that the physical conditions of Ecuhome properties are maintained to Ecuhome standards and in accordance with all municipal and provincial housing/building regulations. The Maintenance Worker is also responsible for providing maintenance service to tenants in a manner that promotes quality of life. Property Maintenance: Responsible for maintaining the quality of Ecuhome's housing including: Carrying out all required maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks as assigned including, performing basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, janitorial and mechanical repairs Clean-up and preparation of rooms to Ecuhome standards prior to tenant occupancy Keeping up-to-date with all safety, fire and building code requirements and all other relevant legislative requirements Completing monthly fire and other inspections Regularly observing condition of houses/buildings and reporting any issues of concern to the Property and Maintenance Coordinator Participating as part of the maintenance team in identifying preventative and on-going maintenance needs Ensuring that established standards and guidelines are properly adhered to, such as, Fire and Building Codes, Health and Safety etc. Preventative Maintenance: Responsible for preventative maintenance activities including: Working with tenants and Housing Support Workers to ensure Ecuhome houses and the surrounding properties are maintained in a manner that promotes the quality of life for tenants Making regular inspections of grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances and major equipment Emergency Maintenance: Responsible for carrying the after hours emergency pager as scheduled Assessing emergency situations, responding to calls as necessary and recommending action to be taken to the Coordinator Maintaining knowledge of the location of power, water and gas turnoffs and fire extinguishers in all Ecuhome properties Health and Safety: Comply with in Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ecuhome’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures Other duties as assigned Qualifications Must have a reliable vehicle High school graduate Minimum of 2 years experience in the maintenance of multi-unit residential settings Minimum of 2 years experience in routine maintenance and semi-skilled repairs in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general maintenance Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills including verbal and written English communication skills Working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and codes governing housing/building safety Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to positively interact with a tenant population where mental health and addictions challenges are present This position is in the bargaining unit. Job Type: Contract for six (6)months, Full Time, Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Salary: $43,378.40 (2026 rate) Vehicle Allowance: $525.00 per month for time worked (A vehicle is required) Location: Properties in the old City of Toronto Reports to: Maintenance Manager Ecuhome is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities, promoting equal access to our programs, supports and services and identifying and removing any internal, systemic barriers to inclusion in all Ecuhome operations. Please advise human resources should you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. No agencies please Once you apply, you will receive a confirmation email from Bamboo. If you do not see this email in your inbox, check your junk folder. Mark the email as "not junk" to ensure that you receive future communications from us.

What you’ll do

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the physical upkeep and preventative maintenance of Ecuhome properties, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs. They also handle emergency maintenance calls and ensure all buildings comply with municipal and provincial safety regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in multi-unit residential maintenance. A reliable vehicle is required for the role, along with strong communication skills and knowledge of building safety codes.

Benefits

• Vehicle allowance

Listed skills

• Electrical repairs · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Plumbing
• Electrical repairs
• Carpentry
• Painting
• Janitorial services
• Mechanical repairs
• Preventative maintenance
• Building code compliance
• Fire safety inspections
• Emergency response
• Organizational skills
• Administrative skills
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Communication
• Operations
• Preventive Maintenance
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Administrative Functions
• Written English
• Mental Health
• Building Codes
• Property Maintenance
• Atlassian Bamboo

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Social Services
• Administrative
• Maintenance Worker
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