Maintenance Worker

Momiji Health Care Society; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP

Extended health coverage

Vision

EFAP

Dental

Job summary

Momiji Health Care Society is seeking a Maintenance Worker to join our Scarborough, ON team. You will perform building upkeep, repairs, and routine maintenance to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

You will work with the Superintendent, handle tasks like snow removal, electrical and plumbing basics, and coordinate with contractors when needed. The role requires reliability, flexibility, and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ability to paint, drywall, and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Comfort working with residents and staff in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas and grounds.
• Perform minor repairs and general maintenance in units and common areas.
• Assist with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and safety inspections.

Skills

Building maintenance

Basic repair skills

Outlook/Word

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Tools

Outlook

Word

Job description

Maintenance Worker

Location: Scarborough, ON

Type: Full-time

Description:

We are hiring a Maintenance Worker to join our team!

Reports To:

Superintendent

Location:

Momiji Headquarters – 3555 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1M 3W4

Salary or Salary Range: $19.50 - $21.50 per hour

Employment Type: Full Time; must be able to work flexible hours including occasional weekends, evenings, and overnights.

Company Information/About Us

Momiji Health Care Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the independence, health, and quality of life of senior citizens, primarily of Japanese-Canadian descent. Our team is passionate about meeting the needs of our senior citizens and is committed to working collaboratively and openly with a results-oriented approach.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the upkeep, repair, and overall maintenance of the building and its premises. This role plays an important part in ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Working alongside the Superintendent, the Maintenance Worker responds to maintenance and repair needs, helps maintain building systems, and supports day-to-day operation of the facility.

Working closely with residents, volunteers, and staff, the Maintenance Worker contributes to a positive and supportive community for our seniors. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, flexible, and hands-on individual who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and values building positive relationships with residents and colleagues.

Working Hours

The Company runs seven days per week. This is a full-time, onsite position with varying hours; Flexibilty is required for occasional overnight, evening, and weekend shifts. You will be working 37.5 hours per week.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas, vacant units, garbage/ recycling areas, and exterior grounds, including snow removal and landscaping
• Perform minor repairs, painting, carpentry, and general maintenance in tenant units, common areas, and exterior areas
• Assist with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and building system inspections and maintenance
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, and repairs requiring escalation
• Respond to maintenance, security, and after hours emergencies as directed
• Assist with contractor access, coordination, and monitoring, and report issues or delays
• Maintain tools, equipment, and supplies and report inventory needs
• Respond to tenant requests professionally, resolving issues when possible or escalating as required
• Follow all health, safety, and building regulations and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Building maintenance experience, including minor repair, painting, dry wall, and cleaning
• Basic computer literacy; Outlook and Word
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Physical ability to perform labor-intensive tasks, including lifting heavy equipment, standing for long periods, and climbing ladders
• Basic problem-solving skills to address common maintenance issues
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with tenants and staff
• Japanese language skills are considered an asset.

Why Join Us

• Benefits – including RRSP, extended health coverage, vision, EFAP, and dental

Momiji is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Momiji is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Please note that AI-assisted tools may be used to support the preliminary screening of applications. All applicant assessments and hiring decisions involve human oversight.

If you are a reliable, dependable, and flexible individual who enjoys working with seniors and takes pride in helping create a safe, and welcoming environment, we encourage you to apply. As we are actively recruiting for this position, once a suitable candidate has been selected, we will be closing this posting and informing all candidates.

*We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.