Facilities Maintenance Technician Impactful Long-Term Care

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career growth

Benefits package

Employee Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Extendicare Ottawa is hiring a Maintenance Worker for a full-time temporary role serving a 193-bed long-term care home. You will perform routine maintenance, monitor facility conditions, manage preventive programs, and coordinate with contractors for specialized tasks.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of mechanical/electrical, plumbing, carpentry experience, with strong safety practices and the ability to read manuals. The role includes opportunities for mentorship and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience and/or knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing, carpentry and heating and ventilation systems.
• Technical training in building maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals related to equipment and systems.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and write English and understand moderately complex oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine maintenance, servicing and repair operations to maintain facility, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds in proper condition.
• Observes and monitors all areas of the facility for ongoing maintenance requirements and carries out repairs as required.
• Documents and implements the preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintains adequate inventory of tools and spare parts.
• Performs mechanical maintenance, repairs to kitchen and laundry equipment, repairs to beds, chairs, tables etc.
• Performs general maintenance and repairs to plumbing and electrical systems such as replacing water valves, clearing drains and removing stoppages, repairing or replacing fixtures, replacing switches, replacing fuses and light bulbs, repairing Emergency Nurse Call and Fire Alarm Systems.
• Performs general carpentry work and repairs such as installing floor and wall tiles, repairing drywall, replacing doors and door hardware, repairing roof leaks, painting, installing wallpaper and other redecorating tasks.
• Following approval, refers problems requiring specialized work such as electrical or plumbing, to outside contractors and monitors work performed; provides general assistance to skilled trade persons such as mechanics, electricians, carpenters, plumbers, etc. as required.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Carpentry

Safety practices

Education

Technical training in building maintenance

Tools

Hand & power tools

Job description

Extendicare Ottawa is hiring a Maintenance Worker for a full-time temporary role serving a 193-bed long-term care home. You will perform routine maintenance, monitor facility conditions, manage preventive programs, and coordinate with contractors for specialized tasks.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of mechanical/electrical, plumbing, carpentry experience, with strong safety practices and the ability to read manuals. The role includes opportunities for mentorship and a robust benefits package.