Maintenance Assistant (Casual)

COGIR Real Estate; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living management company in Vancouver is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine repairs and minor maintenance operations. Candidates should have hands-on experience with electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work, and be capable of working independently. This role involves ensuring the safety of premises and providing excellent service to residents. A Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

Qualifications

• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.
• Ability to manage and track work and costs, maintaining a budget.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing equipment.
• Inspect the premises regularly for maintenance and safety issues.
• Fulfill housekeeping and maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English

Ability to work independently

Physical capability to perform duties

Familiarity with minor repairs

Knowledge of health and safety protocols

Education

Training in plumbing, electrical, heating, gas, mechanical work, plastering, and painting

Job description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated ourselves to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference. Join our team today!

Wage: $24.34

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Assistant executes routine repairs and minor maintenance operations with a focus on providing superior customer service to our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing equipment, and building systems.
• Paint, perform minor carpentry, and maintain exterior grounds (excluding services under contract).
• Inspect the premises regularly for maintenance and safety issues, and report findings to the supervisor.
• Follow established facility policies, procedures, safety rules, and safe working practices.
• Fulfill housekeeping and maintenance duties as assigned, while performing handyman responsibilities.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values related to ethics, morality, and integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work independently and self-regulate.
• Physical capability to perform duties, including moving heavy objects.
• Familiarity with and ability to carry out minor repairs to facility and equipment.
• Training in plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical work, plastering, and painting.
• Ability to manage and track work and costs, maintaining a budget.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols. Must provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Cogir is committed to inclusive employment practices and providing accommodations for candidates upon request.

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