Maintenance Assistant — Senior Living Facility (Entry‑Level)

Optima Living; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant Level I who reports to the Maintenance Manager to perform basic maintenance across buildings, grounds, and equipment, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.

You will uphold resident safety and dignity by aligning with policies, supporting contracts, completing preventive checks, keeping areas clean, and contributing to a safe, well-maintained home for seniors.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent education.
• Experience in basic plumbing, electrical, building repairs and carpentry is an asset.
• CPR and First Aid certification is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to communicate professionally and maintain respectful relationships with residents, team members, contractors and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic repairs and minor upgrades with minimal disruption to residents and team members.
• Assembles and repairs basic furniture and installs simple fixtures such as pictures and baseboards.
• Prepares and paints small areas requiring touch-ups and assists with larger areas as needed.
• Assists with cleaning and lubricating equipment like wheelchairs and carts.
• Ensures that basic equipment checks are conducted as needed (e.g., vehicles, exterior, roof, HVAC).
• Assists with basic electrical tasks.

Skills

Basic maintenance skills

Electrical tasks

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Optima Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant Level I who reports to the Maintenance Manager to perform basic maintenance across buildings, grounds, and equipment, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.

You will uphold resident safety and dignity by aligning with policies, supporting contracts, completing preventive checks, keeping areas clean, and contributing to a safe, well-maintained home for seniors.