Handyperson - Part-Time Casual

Shepherd Village Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Places to Work certification

Transit-accessible location

Job summary

Shepherd Village Inc. in Toronto is seeking a Handyperson to support the Facilities department in a not-for-profit senior community. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe environment and responding to maintenance requests in a long-term care or retirement setting.

Candidates should have 1-3 years of building operations experience, ability to lift heavy loads, and knowledge of OHSA requirements. The posting notes a September 30, 2026 deadline and accessibility accommodations.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada for the employer.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write basic English.
• 1-3 years of experience with building operations required.
• Capable of lifting, moving, pushing & pulling heavy loads.
• Capable of operating various machinery and equipment safely.
• Promptly respond to calls for assistance, deliveries, small repair jobs, etc.
• First responder to fire alarms & other emergencies, demonstrate leadership & clear communication.
• Good understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Act, regulations.
• Ability to follow and complete a daily, weekly & monthly task schedule.
• Able to accept and follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with coworkers.
• Polite, understanding and cooperative with residents and their family members re: their housekeeping concerns.
• Carry out room set ups and break downs.
• Floor care, assist with resident moves.
• Varied work areas and duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clean, safe, and inviting environment for Shepherd Village residents to support their comfort, independence, and quality of life.
• Maintain efficient and effective performance of all aspects of the Handyperson duties while fostering positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Follow all Shepherd Village policies, procedures, and Workplace Health & Safety Act requirements.
• Respond promptly to Handyperson requests, resident emergencies, building emergencies, and maintenance concerns.
• Perform routine checks of pool, boiler rooms, kitchen/serveries, water temperatures, compactors, and other building equipment, reporting deficiencies and recommending corrective action.
• Assist with deliveries, move-ins/outs, activities, catering, pest control, and other building service needs as required.
• Maintain departmental equipment in good condition and follow all Shepherd Village policies, procedures, and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Foster positive and respectful relationships with residents, families, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Equipment operation

Emergency response

OHSA knowledge

Task scheduling

Job description

Salary Range: CA$23.81 To CA$25.41 Hourly

Organization Background

Shepherd Village is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit senior community and has been dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961. We’re committed to meeting the changing physical, spiritual and social needs of seniors through quality care and compassionate service. Everything we offer is designed to enhance the quality of life and peace-of-mind of our residents, and their family and friends.

Shepherd Village is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Handyperson. You will support the Facilities department while working in either a long-term care or retirement setting.

What You Will Work On

Reporting to theManager, Facilities, the successful applicant will be expected to represent Shepherd Village in a courteous and professional manner, while maintaining amicable relationships with staff, Residents and their families, in keeping with our Corporate Values.

What You Can Expect from Us

• Great culture as confirmed by the Organization having receive the Great Places to Work certification in November 2025.
• An opportunity to participate in and contribute to the work of the largest, not-for-profit seniors care community in Toronto.
• Location on a major transit line with a bus stop positioned at the Organization’s property.

How You’ll Create Impact

• Provide a clean, safe, and inviting environment for Shepherd Village residents to support their comfort, independence, and quality of life.
• Maintain efficient and effective performance of all aspects of theHandypersonduties while fostering positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Follow all Shepherd Village policies, procedures, and Workplace Health & Safety Act requirements.
• Respond promptly to Handyperson requests, resident emergencies, building emergencies, and maintenance concerns.
• Perform routine checks of pool, boiler rooms, kitchen/serveries, water temperatures, compactors, and other building equipment, reporting deficiencies and recommending corrective action.
• Assist with deliveries, move-ins/outs, activities, catering, pest control, and other building service needs as required.
• Maintain departmental equipment in good condition and follow all Shepherd Village policies, procedures, and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Foster positive and respectful relationships with residents, families, visitors, and staff.

What Are Your Skills and Experience

• MUST be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write basic English.
• 1-3 years of experience with building operations required
• Capable of lifting, moving, pushing & pulling heavy loads
• Capable of operating various machinery and equipment safely
• Promptly respond to calls for assistance, deliveries, small repair jobs, etc.
• First responder to fire alarms & other emergencies, demonstrate leadership & provide clear communication
• Good understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Act, regulations
• Ability to follow and complete a daily, weekly & monthly task schedule
• Able to accept and follow directions with minimal supervision
• Build and maintain good working relationships with coworkers
• Polite, understanding and co-operative with residents and their family members re: their housekeeping concerns, etc.
• Carry out room set ups and break downs
• Floor care, assist with resident moves
• Varied work areas and duties as assigned

Please note that this posting is for an existing position.

Deadline: September 30, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the vacant position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.

Successful candidates must provide a complete and current (i.e. within six months prior to hire date) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.