Maintenance Worker

GEM Health Care Group Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in Halifax is seeking a maintenance worker to ensure the safety and aesthetics of the premises. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining systems, and being available for emergency calls. Candidates must have strong communication skills, be dependable, and possess a valid driver's license. A team-oriented attitude is essential. This role offers opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be double vaccinated.
• Must provide a clear criminal record / vulnerable sector search.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds to ensure safety and aesthetics.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections.
• Report on equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing, electrical systems.

Skills

Basic carpentry, welding, furnace repair

Strong verbal and written English communication

Ability to work as part of a team

Dependable and conscientious

Job description

Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.

Qualifications

• Knows basic carpentry, welding, furnace repair, small appliance repair and safety regulations
• Must be self directed, dependable, conscientious, and lead by example
• Ability to organize and complete assigned workloads
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Physically fit / able to perform physically demanding job duties
• Able to work as part of a team with other Department
• Previous maintenance experience is an asset
• Must posess a valid drivers licence
• Must be double vaccinated
• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record / vulnerable sector search

Responsibilities

• Maintain the grounds surrounding the building, ensuring it is safe and aesthetically pleasing
• Manage and conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections / checks
• Assists with moving and storage of supplies and equipment
• Report on equipment malfunctions
• Maintain and make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing, electrical systems, etc.
• Performs other routine maintenance such as painting, drywall repair etc.
• Contact and follow-up with contractors, technicians, and service representatives utilized by the organization when necessary
• Available for emergency calls
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor