Job Title: Building Maintenance Worker (Canada Summer Jobs Program)

Duration: 8 weeks – 35 hours per week

Pay Rate: $18.50/hour

Job location: Robertson House, 32 Heath Street West; Mothercraft College, 646. St. Clair Avenue West

A little about us

Hi, we’re Mothercraft, and we’re so excited to meet you!

For nearly a century, we’ve been a trailblazer in promoting healthy child development and supporting families in our community. We’re dedicated to excellence and constantly exploring innovative concepts and ideas related to child care and education.

Our approach is grounded in the latest research, which guides every aspect of our work. This includes everything from our high-quality child care and enrichment programs, to our specialized services for children and families with unique needs, and our comprehensive training programs for childcare providers and other professionals.

At Mothercraft, we celebrate diversity and strive to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. Join us in our mission to help children thrive and families flourish!

A little about our Facilities Department

The Facilities Department, part of the Corporate Services Division, is responsible for the physical environment and operations of Mothercraft buildings to ensure they are functional, safe, and efficient. This includes services like maintenance, HVAC, and plumbing, cleaning, security, space planning, and groundskeeping. Its core function is to support the occupants and the primary business or mission of the organization by maintaining a comfortable, productive, and safe environment.

Job Summary

As our Building Maintenance Worker, you will play a crucial role in assisting with day-to-day general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the facilities, building grounds, and equipment. Sound exciting? Here’s a little more…

As a Building Maintenance Worker, you will...

• Work closely with the Facility & Maintenance Coordinator and assist in the daily maintenance of Mothercraft’s facilities, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all staff and visitors
• Respond to facility-related requests and address issues including repairs, maintenance and supplies
• Assist in general groundskeeping duties, such as landscaping, planting, installation, and maintenance
• Maintain electronic records and reports
• Maintain cleanliness of garbage, organic, recycling bins, and diaper bins
• Manually move or transport furniture, equipment, and supplies, as needed

This position is partially funded by Employment and Social Development Canada and the incumbent must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
• Be Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have official refugee protection status under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada, according to relevant Provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

You will be set up for success if you have…

• Minimum high school diploma
• 1 year of experience in facilities maintenance or repair preferred
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite is required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

As the ideal candidate, you possess…

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A flexible and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Strong organization skills and are detail orientated.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Why you'll love working at Mothercraft

Our people are at the heart of everything we do here at Mothercraft, and we take pride in fostering an inclusive space that inspires our team to love where they work! From rewarding career opportunities to a comprehensive benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan, we go above and beyond to prioritize your success and here’s how we do it…

• Team: We're a team of passionate individuals who are committed to supporting healthy child development and making a positive impact on families and communities.
• Life-long Learning: We're life-long learners here at Mothercraft. Grow your skills and knowledge through our professional development opportunities which will help you stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field.

Next steps

Apply today by submitting your resume by May 20, 2026. We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants for their submissions. However, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Think you’re the ideal candidate but you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyways. We would love to review your application to see if you’re the right fit or find you an alternative opportunity. Not the role for you? Share this posting with your network.

Diversity and inclusion

Mothercraft is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations that we support. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Mothercraft strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are inclusive and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources Department in advance of attending an interview. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable and accessible.