Maintenance Worker

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned healthcare organization is looking for a Maintenance Worker in Halifax. The role involves performing general maintenance duties, assisting with inspections, and ensuring facility safety. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, 1-2 years of maintenance experience, and are passionate about supporting seniors. This permanent position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP program with employer matching

Vacation accrual from day one

Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts

Continuing education and training opportunities

Recognition and Rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in construction or building maintenance.
• Clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening.
• Passion for healthcare sector and seniors' accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance duties and preventive maintenance work.
• Assemble, move, deliver, set up, and pick up furniture and equipment.
• Perform general repair work on structures and patch damaged walls.
• Assist the Plant, Building & Safety Manager with inspections.
• Process work orders using Yardi system for Preventive Maintenance.
• Request materials and maintain control of storage and use.

Skills

Construction or building maintenance experience

Knowledge of WHMIS

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation

Advanced Proficiency in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent education

Job description

Job Number : J- Job Title : Maintenance Worker Job Category : Housekeeping, Laundry and Maintenance Job Type : Permanent Full Time Date Posted : October 31, Closing Date : November 30, Number of Positions : 1

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career as an Maintenance Worker at the brand new Parkland at the Common lifestyle residence, opening this Fall in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Rising above the iconic corner of Robie and Quinpool, Parkland at the Common is an elegant 25-storey community that combines the richness of Halifax’s West End with an elevated living experience for older adults seeking the very best in urban living.

Residents and visitors will be wowed by exceptional, personalized service delivered by a full complement of hospitality-minded team members who enjoy unique perks—perhaps none more enticing than Parkland at the Common’s highly accessible location and city skyline views. From the heated indoor pool to valet parking, a full-service salon and spa, multiple chef-prepared dining venues and more, this community offers a seamless blend of beauty and function that delights at every turn.

Meaningful Benefits

• 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) or pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• 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 Shannex’s 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;
• Yardi system 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

• 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
• Advanced Proficiency in English required, other languages considered an asset
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• A passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since , Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit .