Maintenance Trade Technician Assistant

Manitoulin Health Centre; Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health center is seeking a Maintenance Trade Technician Assistant to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities include maintaining hospital grounds, performing light repairs, and assisting in safety protocols. Candidates should have at least a partial secondary education and valid driver's license, with preference given to those with mechanical aptitude and outdoor equipment experience. Apply via email with your resume and certifications.

Qualifications

• Valid Class G driver’s license required.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Experience in operating outdoor power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for hospital grounds and equipment.
• Perform light repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with snow and ice removal.

Skills

Teamwork

Service Orientation

Quality Orientation

Creativity

Innovation

Education

Partial Secondary school (Grade 10)

Tools

General maintenance equipment

Power tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Maintenance Trade Technician Assistant provides a safe, comfortable environment for all patients, staff and visitors by assisting with ensuring the proper operation of all physical plant buildings, equipment and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain and care for hospital grounds
Cut and water lawns, weed flower beds and trim hedges
Remove snow and ice from walkways, stairs and entranceways including the heliport area to ensure that all are in a safe condition
Apply ice pellets or sand as required
Light painting and repairs
Other duties as assigned
Perform duties as part of the fire response team
Perform/maintain daily logs and checklists
Assist outside contractors in the repair/replacement of equipment
Assist the maintenance team as required
Maintain and care of seasonal outdoor equipment
Maintain inventory

PATIENT SAFETY:
It is recognized that the processes employed by this staff position impact upon the safety and efficacy of MHC’s patient care activities.
All incumbents are directed to therefore utilize processes that contribute to the overall safe culture environment of our hospital.
This is a direct responsibility of each and every staff member of this organization.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Use and wear equipment and protective devices that are provided
Report to the supervisor absent or defective equipment or protective devices
Report the existence of hazards to the supervisor
Not remove or make ineffective any protective devices without providing an adequate temporary protective device
Operate equipment in a safe manner
Not engage in horseplay
Be familiar with procedures to be carried out in the event of a disaster (Emergency Measures Plans)

COMPETENCIES/BEHAVIOURAL:

Teamwork and Collaboration
Service and Quality Orientation
Creativity and Innovation

COMPETENCIES/TECHNICAL:

Proficiency in computer software applications: Microsoft Outlook, Surge policy & Procedures and Learning Management System
Proficiency in the operation of general maintenance equipment
Proficiency in the operation of general power tools and hand tools
WHIMIS

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Certifications, Experience, Licensure):

Required:

Valid Class G driver’s license
Partial Secondary school (Grade 10)

Preferred:

Mechanical aptitude
Experience in operating outdoor power equipment (snowblower, tractor, lawn care etc.)
Light carpentry skills

OTHER:

Ability to work independently
Starting Wage: $23.06

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a cover letter, resume, and certifications to the attention of Human Resources [e-mail]

Please reference Job Posting #2025-IU-02 in your subject line and cover letter.

Candidates shall be selected based on their skill, ability, experience, and qualifications. Where these factors are relatively equal, seniority shall govern.

Applicants must submit a current resume and attach copies of current certifications.

Thank you to all who apply. Applicants with the required qualifications may be interviewed.

MHC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA2-S persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

MHC is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.