Maintenance

Shannex Incorporated; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a compassionate Maintenance Worker for their team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This role involves general maintenance and safety responsibilities, ensuring a well-maintained environment for residents. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and some experience in building maintenance, along with a strong commitment to safety and quality service.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Access to WorkPerks program

Continuing education and training

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in construction or building maintenance.
• Advanced Proficiency in English required.
• Passion for the healthcare sector.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work.
• Assists in the inspection of buildings and equipment.
• Requests necessary materials and maintains control over storage.

Skills

Knowledge of WHMIS

Occupational Health and Safety legislation

Construction or building maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Maintenance Worker to join our PARKLAND AT THE LAKES team based in DARTMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $21.59 - $22.90
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
  
  

About The Opportunity

• Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work on physical facilities, equipment and grounds;
• Assembles, moves, delivers, sets up and picks up furniture and equipment;
• Performs general repair work on structures, patches & paints any damaged walls;
• Assists the Plant, Building & Safety Manager in the inspection of buildings, grounds and equipment; carries out preventive maintenance program actions;
• Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and to process work orders;
• Requests necessary materials, supplies, parts and tools required and maintains control of storage and use;
• Takes every precaution that is reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees, residents and all others in the workplace.
  
  

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education
• 1-2 years’ experience in construction or building maintenance
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Advanced Proficiency in English required, other languages considered an asset
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
  
  

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

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Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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