Title:

Maintenance Worker – Live out/Capital

Reports To:

Tenant Housing and Operations Manager - Capital

Effective Date:

February 2021 – Revised April 2025

Location:

Mississauga and Brampton, Canada

Role Type:

Bargaining Full Time

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Tenant Housing and Operations Manager - Capital, the Maintenance Worker will primarily be responsible for cleaning, repairing, inspecting, and supporting basic fire safety within properties at SHIP. Repairs could include painting, plastering, minor carpentry, and/or minor electrical/plumbing work.

They will ensure that facilities are tidy and functional and proactively identify challenges to ensure smooth business operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support all maintenance obligations and requests within SHIP properties
• Update Fire Logs as required and ensure all Fire Safety standards are in compliance
• Inspect units annually, during move in/out of tenants, for pests, and for safety concerns
• Conduct general repairs within the interior and exterior of the building (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and/or carpentry in nature)
• Maintain the property quality by painting, plastering, and repairing the floors, walls, and ceilings
• Maintain regular cleaning schedules and maintenance reports
• Assist with garbage collection pickup and removal
• Perform heavy duty cleaning (shampooing carpets, waxing floors, etc.)
• Maintain and restock cleaning supplies
• Update maintenance software program as required
• On call duties for SHIP’s Capital locations on a rotational schedule.
• Back up on call duties as assigned for coverage of vacations, scheduled time off
• Interact with tenants in a positive manner and update the Client Record Management System (CRMS)
• Coordinate with external vendors regarding building maintenance and proactively identify maintenance challenges
• Comply with Occupational Health & Safety legislation
• Complete assigned tasks with professionalism and minimal supervision
• Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework in the promotion of client safety
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values
• Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years’ experience in general facility maintenance work
• Familiarity with electrical hand tools (power drills, sanders, saws, etc.)
• Knowledge of WHMIS, standard cleaning procedures, and products
• Knowledge of Fire Codes, Building Codes, and Safety Standards
• Able to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks (multitasking)
• Ability to work with minimal direction or supervision
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Sound judgment, organizational, and problem solving skills
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• A valid G Drivers license

Reporting Function:

The Maintenance Worker will report directly to the Tenant Housing and Operations Manager - Capital. They will not have any Supervisory responsibility.

They will work with both internal and external customers and will interact with all levels within the organization.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Hours are generally Monday – Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm with the ability to work excess/overtime and on-call duties as assigned
• Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
• Able to communicate via telephone and general computer use
• Able to lift and operate equipment up to 30lbs (tools, supplies, office documents, etc.)
• Vehicle travel to building/tenant sites for client support as required

Ship Values:

• Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional

Monday to Friday | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
UNION | 37.5