Maintenance Worker

Shannex; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Shannex as a Maintenance Worker in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to the community. This role involves performing general maintenance duties and supporting a positive living environment for residents. With comprehensive benefits and a focus on professional development, you will contribute to meaningful connections that improve lives. Apply today!

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits

Life, travel, and other insurances

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP program (5% employer matching)

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

Access to perks vendors and discounts

Continuing education and training opportunities

Recognition and Rewards programs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in construction or building maintenance required.
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work.
• Assemble, move, deliver, set up and pick up furniture and equipment.
• Assist the Plant Building & Safety Manager in inspections.

Skills

Collaboration

Accountability

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

Anticipating to open in the Fall of 2025 we are searchi ng for a full-time Maintenance Worker to join our new Opal Ridge Enhanced Care team based in Dartmouth Nova Scotia.

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include :

• Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life travel and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24 / 7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work on physical facilities equipment and grounds;
• Assembles moves delivers sets up and picks up furniture and equipment;
• Performs general repair work on structures patches & paints any damaged walls;
• Assists the Plant Building & Safety Manager in the inspection of buildings grounds and equipment; carries out preventive maintenance program actions;
• Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and to process work orders;
• Requests necessary materials supplies parts and tools required and maintains control of storage and use;
• Takes every precaution that is reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees residents and all others in the workplace.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring :

• A High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education;
• 1-2 years experience in construction or building maintenance;
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation;
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening upon hire;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder Joseph Shannon purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney Cape Breton. For more than three decades Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations services and care in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences Shannex Enhanced Care Faubourg du Mascaret and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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