Maintenance Assistant Casual

Cogir Real Estate, LP; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Vaughan, Canada. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform routine repairs and minor maintenance to electrical, plumbing and building systems while delivering superior resident service.

You will also conduct safety inspections, keep reports, and support housekeeping duties when needed. The role requires English communication, the ability to work independently, physical fitness, and knowledge of basic facility trades.

Qualifications

• Must follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Able to work independently.
• Capable of performing physical duties, including moving heavy objects.
• Familiar with minor repairs to facility and equipment (electrical, plumbing, heating, etc).
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical, plastering and painting.
• Able to maintain and manage a budget and record costs.
• Willing to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Background Check) if needed.

Responsibilities

• Executes routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing equipment, and the building.
• Performs painting, minor carpentry, and maintains exterior grounds unless covered by a service contract.
• Inspects premises regularly for maintenance and safety and files reports with supervisor.
• Adheres to facility policies, safety rules and safe working practices.
• Performs housekeeping and maintenance duties as required while in handyman role.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Upholds the organization’s ethics, morality and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Independent work

Physical ability

Budget tracking

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

Wage per hour

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 every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

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

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

Key Responsibilities

• Executes routine repairs and carries out minor maintenance operations to electrical, mechanical plumbing equipment and building;
• Paints, performs minor carpentry and maintains exterior grounds except those services performed under service contract;
• At regular intervals, inspects the entire premises from a maintenance and safety standpoint and files required reports with supervisor;
• Adheres to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices;
• An employee, while assigned handyman responsibilities, will continue to fulfil all housekeeping and maintenance duties as required;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions in English
• Ability to self regulate and work independently
• Must be capable of performing necessary physical duties including the movement of heavy objects
• Must be familiar with and able to carry out minor repairs to facility and equipment
• Knowledge and training in plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical, plastering and painting
• Able to maintain and manage a budget - Detailed oriented with ability to track work done and record costs involved
• Knowledge of Health and Safety - Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.