Housekeeping and Maintenance Assistant

Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada; Paris; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization supporting the deafblind community in Paris, ON, is seeking a Housekeeping & Maintenance Assistant. This role ensures cleanliness and maintenance of facilities, offering a flexible work schedule. Interested candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in housekeeping or maintenance, and strong communication skills. Join us to make a difference in the lives of our clients.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $39,700 to $44,000

Benefit plan including health spending account

Paid sick days

RRSP program with contributions matched up to 3%

Reimbursement for relevant classes after one year

Opportunities for community conferences and workshops

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for both verbally and written English.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or maintenance is an asset.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize rooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Perform minor repairs and monitor equipment malfunctions.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Basic cleaning techniques

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Overview

Sensity is a not-for-profit organization providing services and programs to members of the deafblind community. We are recognized in Canada and around the world as a leader in the provision of Intervenor Services.

Be Someone's eyes and ears. Bring the world to a person who is deafblind.

Position

Sensity has an exciting opportunity for a new position to join our team in Paris, ON. The Housekeeping & Maintenance Assistant supports the upkeep and cleanliness of facilities by performing routine maintenance tasks and housekeeping duties. This role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for staff, residents, and visitors. This position offers flexibility for start and end time.

Becoming a member

Benefits

• A competitive salary of $39,700 to $44,000
• Benefit plan including a health spending account.
• Paid sick days.
• An RRSP program where we match your contributions up to 3% of your earnings.
• Up to 50% reimbursement for the successful completion of relevant classes at other learning institutions after one year of service.
• Opportunities to participate in conferences and workshops in the community and abroad.

Key Activities

Housekeeping Duties:

• Clean and sanitize rooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas.
• Dust, vacuum, mop, and polish surfaces in all common areas and offices.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, paper towel, and cleaning products.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables properly.
• Deep cleaning of Sensity’s apartments when required.
• Report any cleanliness or sanitation issues to supervisors.
• Clean windows in all common areas and individual apartments when required.
• Performs housekeeping, cleaning, janitorial tasks and activities maintaining cleanliness and safety.
• Annual vehicle deep cleaning.

Maintenance Duties:

• Perform minor repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs).
• Monitor and report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards.
• Help with seasonal tasks such as snow removal or landscaping and weeding of common gardens.
• Support setup and teardown for events or room changes.
• Assist staff with repairs and upkeep.
• Performs other duties, as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or maintenance is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques and maintenance tools.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable using MS Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently, and follow specific instructions.
• Adaptable and flexible with an ability to respond to changing work priorities, high volume requests, pressures and demands.
• Deal professionally and tactfully with clients/staff/contractors.
• This position requires a valid driver\'s license Class G, access to a reliable vehicle, a clean current driver\'s abstract and the ability to obtain automobile insurance with a minimum liability of $2 million.

Working Environment and Demands

• The position is performed both in office and residential apartment settings.
• Occasional requirement for simultaneous multiple urgent demands, regular interruption.
• Exposure to dust, noise, odours, possible hazardous substances or equipment.
• Regular travel within Brantford / Brant County city limits, with the occasional need to travel outside of city limits.
• Sustained requirement for manual dexterity / coordination for use of hand tools and cleaning equipment, including the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Salaried permanent position based on 40 hours / week, Monday to Friday, with occasional requirement to work outside of regular business hours.

Other

• Employment is conditional upon receipt of a successful Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
• Excellent communication skills for both verbally and written English.

We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Sensity is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted by Sensity regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.