Facility Maintenance Worker
Participation House, Markham
Mississauga Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Responsibilities
- Check Maintenance Care system several times daily for
priority requests and active tickets. Respond to the maintenance work
requests and record the repairs.
- Complete routine maintenance/preventative maintenance
to all group home locations and equipment (e.g. painting, installing
shelves, fixing walls, hanging items, fixing lighting, fixing beds and
wheelchairs, equipment repairs, minor plumbing repairs (clogs, loose
fixtures), etc., using various hand and power tools.
- Perform routine housekeeping alongside the team:
- Assist with garbage and waste collection and disposal.
- Sweep floors including after dinner.
- Buff and wax BN facility floor per posted schedule.
- Clean up after spills and leaks.
- Tend to the Butternut outside grounds daily (at a
minimum once per day)
- Check property for debris and garbage.
- Collect garbage.
- Sweep entrances and walkways and keep clean from
debris.
- Perform groundskeeping by maintaining courtyard
softscape at BN (landscaping, gardening, water lawn and garden areas as
required; trim trees, bushes and hedges using appropriate garden tools;
courtyard cleaning, water flowerpots and plants around the property; sweep
garden area; maintain outdoor seating area)
- Report issues and concerns to the Manager.
- In winter season - snow removal and salt application on
walkways and entrances including emergency exits.
- Receive deliveries at loading docks as required.
- Maintain HVAC equipment within scope and complete minor
repairs as needed (replace filters and belts per schedule)
- Support the Facilities Manager with monitoring and
maintaining the Butternut building infrastructure (e.g. pumps in boiler
room and pool room, pool maintenance, leaks throughout the building, etc.)
- Accompany and assist Contractors when on site as
required.
- Maintain cleaning inventory, place orders for new
products when needed and as requested.
- Report building and equipment repairs, and any unsafe
conditions and call appropriate services in conjunction with the Manager.
Submit concerns in Maintenance Care and identify trends to the Manager.
- Support the Joint Occupational Health and Safety
Program, making health and safety a part of the daily routine, ensure all
work practices follow safe work methods and complying with relevant
legislation.
- Support with checking the functionality of safety
systems (e.g. fire alarm)
- Assist with emergency and evacuation procedures, as
required.
- Assist with special events duties, as requested.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in general facility maintenance (or
general construction skills an asset).
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance and repair
techniques an asset.
- Post Secondary Diploma/Certificate in related field is
considered an asset.
- Knowledgeable and experienced with commercial building
maintenance; heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) system; life
safety system such as fire alarm system and fire suppression and
protection system an asset.
- Exposure to healthcare environment is an asset.
- Ability to work comfortably at heights and adhere to
strict safety procedures.
- Proficient in operating hand and power tools safely and
efficiently.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to
detail.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision, manage time
effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the
ability to work well within a team.
- Physical stamina and strength to perform manual labor
and lift heavy objects.
- Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
Job Overview
Posted Date: 28 Aug 2024
Location: Mississauga Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
The mission of Participation House, Markham is to be a leader in enhancing the quality of life of individuals with disabilities through a continuum of services designed to reflect individualized approaches, community involvement and a respect for human dignity.
Name: Participation House, Markham
Web: https://participationhouse.net/