Maintenance Worker – Casual

Taborhome; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a caring and passionate team at a Christian community dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors. As a Maintenance Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and functionality of our facilities. Your responsibilities will include performing repairs and maintenance on various systems, from plumbing and electrical to landscaping and equipment upkeep. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven environment where your skills and dedication will directly impact the quality of life for our residents. If you are looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of related experience required.
• Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair duties on buildings and equipment.
• Conduct electrical, plumbing, and restoration services as needed.
• Supervise staff when department manager is away.

Skills

Electrical Repairs

Plumbing Repairs

Painting

Maintenance of Heavy Equipment

Landscaping

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Problem-Solving

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance Software (TheWorxHub)

Electrical Tools

Plumbing Tools

Painting Tools

Job description

Tabor Village is a Christian Community of care with 4 facilities available for our seniors. Tabor Manor provides Independent Living accommodations, Tabor Court for Assisted Living and independent living for rental properties.

We are currently looking for a caring and passionate Maintenance worker to join our Team.

Cleared Criminal Record Required – Vulnerable Sector

JOB SUMMARY:

Positions at this level perform maintenance and repair duties related to buildings, grounds and equipment in one or a variety of areas such as electrical, plumbing and restoration services in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs furniture such as tables, cupboards and shelves; repairs items such as walls, doors, floors, ceilings and windows by applying materials such as drywall, wood panelling, floor and ceiling coverings and glass; constructs items such as shelves and cupboards.
• Replaces plumbing fixtures such as sinks and toilets; repairs plumbing fixtures such as water lines and waste lines. Repair and installation of copper, PEX, CPVC, PVC, ABS water lines, including soldering, crimping, and gluing fittings, running lengths of pipe.
• Painting Duties: Prepares surfaces for painting by removing old paint and mending cracks, scraping, brushing, sanding and/or burning off existing surfaces, and applying putty/plaster as required. Selects and applies coatings such as paint, varnish and stains with a variety of tools such as brush, roller, spray and gun.
• Identifies nature of malfunction of equipment and appliances such as wheelchairs, paging systems, toasters, food mixers and blenders; performs electrical and mechanical repairs by disassembling motors and equipment, cleaning, oiling, greasing and replacing parts such as brushes, elements, bearings, filters and wires and soldering connections; installs items such as timers and switches; performs safety checks on electrical appliances for defects such as faulty wires and improper grounding. Installs receptacles and ballasts under supervision in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Performs restoration services like installation of new drywall, taping and mudding of drywall. Applies paint and other finishes by brush, roller and/or spray.
• Performs maintenance to heavy duty equipment such as generators, sterilizers, washers, dryers and extractors by disassembling equipment, cleaning, oiling, greasing and replacing items such as filters and reassembling equipment as required.
• Perform electrical duties as follows in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Diagnose and repair any facility electrical system.
• Running and repair electrical and communication wire feeds.
• Nurse call systems diagnose and repair.
• Fire safety systems diagnose and repair.
• Pendant systems diagnose and repair.
• Resident wander systems diagnose and repair.
• Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance procedures for related equipment, recommends repairs and purchases as required.
• Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance including mowing lawns, pruning shrubs and trees, and snow and ice clearing of parking lots and sidewalks.
• Perform waste and recycling duties.
• Asbestos abatement in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Supply distribution and moving of furniture and equipment.
• Ensures safety practices and procedures are adhered to.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Track all work through our maintenance software (TheWorxHub).
• Supervise staff when Department manager is away.
• Take part in the “On Call” system for maintenance staff.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2 to 4 years related experience required.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to support Tabor Village Mission and Values.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively and in a positive manner.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate all related equipment.
• Ability to work on your own.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to operate IT equipment like a smartphone or tablet.

Job Type: Casual

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift.
• Day shift.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Abbotsford, BC V2T 1N5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).