MAINTENANCE

Southbridge Care Homes; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbridge Care Homes is seeking a Maintenance Aide in Thunder Bay, ON, to support the maintenance department with general upkeep and painting operations. You will be the first point of contact for facility concerns and report to the Environmental Service Manager.

The role requires a post-secondary certificate in a skilled trade or related experience, plus solid knowledge of electrical and mechanical operations, plus strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Certificate in Skill trades or related program or high level of experience.
• One year or more of experience in a similar position with working knowledge of electrical and mechanical home operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, time management and can work independently.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work safely following established safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the maintenance department, painting operations of the home, general upkeep, as well as making sure everything is as per the company standards.
• Assist with the property maintenance including exterior duties including snow removal property lighting, garbage, and other general operations.
• Other duties as required.
• Participates in company meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Time management

Independent work

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Post-Secondary Certificate in skilled trades

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Home: Southbridge Roseview LTC

Location: Thunder Bay, ON

Salary Range: Starting at $23.80 per hour

Position: Maintenance Aide

Status: Full Time Vacancy- 8am-4pm

Southbridge Care Homes provides exceptional acquisition, management, and redevelopment services for long-term care homes and retirement communities across Ontario. Our mission is to maintain a best-in-class portfolio that consistently delivers excellence in care and services while ensuring economic sustainability.

Reports to: Environmental Service Manager

The Maintenance will be responsible for specific operations related to mechanical, electrical and maintenance departments. Our Maintenance Aide will be the first point of contact for any concerns related to the facilities of the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in the maintenance department, painting operations of the home, general upkeep, as well as making sure everything is as per the company standards.
• Assist with the property maintenance including exterior duties including snow removal property lightning, garbage, and other general operations.
• Other duties as required.
• Participates in company meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Post-Secondary Certificate in Skill trades or related program or high level of experience.
• One year or more of experience in a similar position with working knowledge of electrical and mechanical home operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to multitask, time management and can work independently.
• Ability to prioritize work and must be able to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices & procedures.
• Passion for providing quality care to residents in a long-term care setting
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Additional Requirements include

• A negative vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months of start date.
• Completion of a 2 Step TB Skin test within the last 12 months of start date.

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Southbridge welcomes those applicants with disability related needs and those whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.

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