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The Maintenance Aide reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is expected to perform general, routine maintenance and servicing operations throughout the facility, in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.

Wage Rate

The starting wage rate is $19.69/hour. 

Vacancy

We are hiring employees to work on a casual basis to help us fulfil our scheduling needs and fill vacant shifts as they arise.  We are offering flexible hours. 

Responsibilities

• As directed and in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, performs a variety of routine maintenance, servicing, and repair operations to maintain home, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds in proper condition, 

• Following a preventative maintenance program for building, HVAC, and fire systems,

• Refurbishing of suites on Resident turnover,

• Ordering supplies and adherence to the operating budget,

• Demonstrates attitudes and beliefs consistent with being person-centered,

• Working in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act,

• Conducts regular maintenance rounds to ensure all life safety and building and support systems are functioning properly,

• Notifies the Environmental Services Manager of significant building/equipment malfunctions/problems,

• Maintains work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner and assures proper care in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies,

• Maintains required records, reports, statistics, etc., in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements,

• Ensures the privacy of residents during the performance of duties,

• Any and all other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or OSSD certificate is preferred,

• Ability to read and write English and follow written instructions,

• Computer skills are an asset,

• Three years experience working in a maintenance role in a Retirement Community setting is preferred,

• Good understanding of chemical and equipment use,

• Ability to work independently or as a team member,

• Some training in repair trades such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, etc.,

• Knowledgeable about the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Retirement Homes Act,

• Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results from less than 6 months old and must be able to provide three supervisory references

What do we offer you? 

• Competitive wages

• Support for personal and professional growth

We appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. 

As part of our recruitment process, we may use secure, limited AI tools to assist with administrative tasks such as organizing applications or analyzing role alignment. These tools are used solely to support our recruitment team. All hiring decisions are made by people.

We are committed to ensuring our hiring practices are equitable, inclusive, and privacy-conscious. Any personal information collected or processed is handled in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Act (PIPEDA) and our internal privacy policies.

We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all.  If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager.