Maintenance Assistant

Sienna Senior Living; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused health service provider in Port Coquitlam is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to execute general repairs and maintenance, ensuring the comfort and safety of residents. This casual on-call position requires flexibility and a commitment to service. Ideal candidates will have building repair experience and strong customer service skills. Pay rate is $26.84 per hour, and a criminal record check is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Proven customer service skills and excellent command of verbal and written English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Executing general repair and maintenance work.
• Cleaning and maintaining floors in good condition.
• Maintaining building exterior and grounds.

Skills

Building repairs

Customer service

Plumbing

Painting and finishes

Floor care

Job description

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!

The Maintenance Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

This is a Casual On-Call position to fill in for sick days and vacation time.

Availability required is Tues - Sat, 8am - 4pm.

Wage Leveling rate of pay $26.84 per hour until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates.

Responsibilities

• Executing general repair and maintenance work including painting, plastering, basic plumbing (e.g. replacing faucets, unblocking toilets), woodworking (e.g. replacing moulding, installing doors, replacing doorframes) and electrical work (tasks that do not require an electrician’s license, e.g. changing light bulbs).
• Cleaning, scrubbing, stripping and waxing floors in the hallways, stairways, common areas, etc., as instructed, in order to maintain the premises in good condition.
• Emptying out garbage and recycling receptacles at regular intervals in order to prevent waste from accumulating, and ensuring recycling materials are stored properly.
• Maintaining building exterior, grounds and parking lots.
• Removing snow on sidewalks and doors and applying salt to ensure resident, visitor and team member safety.
• Mowing and watering grass, tending to flower gardens and applying fertilizer as needed, to ensure the orderly appearance of the grounds.
• Completing the appropriate forms and documents; writing required reports based on available information in order to ensure the necessary follow-up.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certification, training, and work experience, including competencies, in building repairs, painting and finishes, floor care, safety procedures, property maintenance, plumbing, heating and air conditioning.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Proven customer service skills and excellent command of verbal and written English language.
• Sound knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in the residence.
• Ability to work independently and or as a member of a team.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.