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Maintenance Worker

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time

About the role

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

Mission Statement daily sweeping and garbage collection in all surrounding areas, including the front of the shelter of the Ottawa Booth Centre

May occasionally be required to attend with manager,sites other then the shelter building, to perform repairs

Vehicles

Ensure that the vehicles for which the Ottawa Booth Centre is responsible are maintained in a safe and secure manner according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and any warranty conditions Performs daily vehicle checks and complete forms May be required to drive Ottawa Booth Centre vehicles, including 3 ton truck, to pick up and deliver donations

Shipping and Receiving

Receiving and shipping goods through the dock

Moving goods to and from shipping dock Load 3rd party trucks with goods leaving the building

Safety and Security

Ensure that any systems put in place for safety and security of the clients and staffs are maintained properly This includes all fire detection systems, fire extinguishers appropriate to the location, smoke detectors, security systems and anything of similar function

Health and Safety

Adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures in place; complies with all instructions from the employer concerning health and safety as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WSIB Ensures all procedures, rules and guidelines for the safety and security of clients and staff are enforced and respected

Physical Effort

Climbing up and down ladders, working at ladder height

Significant amount of walking Pushing and pulling skids weighing up to and over 100 pounds with the assistance of a jigger Lift up to 30 pounds without assistance and over 30 pounds with assistance Bending, twisting, crouching, reaching above and below shoulder height, kneeling Able to spend long periods of time on feet

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Internal

Ottawa Booth Centre staff

External

Contractors

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Accountabilities

Property Maintenance

follow preventative maintenance schedules respond to maintenance requests from management perform general repairs which do not require certification, such as patching, painting, plumbing, replacing light bulbs etc perform weekly building inspections and occasionally troubleshot issue prior to escalating to manager perform weekly check of functionality of systems seasonal clean up of property grounds

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY

Coordinator of Facilities

Working Conditions

May encounter verbal abuse or deal with angry and abusive clients

Working outside through all seasons Warehouse and shelter environment

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

Education, Qualifications And Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

1 to 3 years recent general maintenance experience preferably with an organization that works with the marginalized population Working knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing and painting Knowledge of health & safety regulations, fire codes, PPE required when working with tools and electrical equipment and emergency procedures

Skills And Capabilities

Good communication and organizational skills

Current WHMIS training Valid ‘G’ driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract Nonskid CSA approved Safety shoes are required Bilingual (English and French) is an asset Must supply a current Clear Police Check

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $20.78 to $20.78 with a maximum of $20.78.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

About The Salvation Army in Canada

Non-profit Organizations
5001-10,000
Founded in 1865

The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and every day in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.

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