Maintenance Assistant Part Time (4PM-9PM - 50 Hours Biweekly)

WC Operating (Ontario-1); Montreal; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support our retirement residences across the country. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform routine repairs and minor maintenance work with a focus on resident comfort and safety.

You will handle electrical, plumbing, heating and carpentry tasks, and ensure adherence to safety policies while contributing to a clean and well-maintained environment for residents and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Physically capable of performing maintenance duties and lifting heavy objects.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Executes routine repairs to electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building systems.
• Paints and performs light carpentry; maintains exterior grounds.
• Inspects premises regularly for maintenance and safety issues and reports findings.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies and safety procedures.
• Performs housekeeping and maintenance duties as needed while in handyman role.
• Works with vulnerable adults with care, respect, and integrity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow English instructions

Independent work

Physical capability

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Wage per hour

$22.44

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.