Maintenance Worker – Long Term Care

S&R Nursing Homes; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in London, Ontario is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Worker. In this role, you will ensure the safety and comfort of residents through tasks such as general maintenance, plumbing, and electrical repairs. Ideal candidates will have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and knowledge of building and fire codes, and they must be available for emergency call-ins. The company offers benefits such as flexible scheduling, health benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Flexibility in shift scheduling

Extended Health benefits

Pension/RRSP matching

Company events and recognition parties

Qualifications

• Must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of building and fire codes is essential.
• Must be available for emergency calls.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance work such as plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Prioritize tasks based on the needs of the Home.
• Support preventative maintenance with computerized tracking.

Skills

Knowledge of building codes

Emergency response

Attention to detail

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

We are S&R Group and for over 60 years we have been building communities 'where friendships flourish and life is enriched'. We are looking for people who, like us, believe the work we do has a positive impact on their community and that together we can continue supporting our Residents and their families.

Job Description

Maintenance work keeps our Home safe, comfortable, and running smoothly, ensuring Residents and staff have a clean, functional environment every day. Help support some of the most vulnerable people in your community in this role.

If you were working for us as a Maintenance Worker, here are some of the things you would have done last week:

• Performed general maintenance and upkeep of the building, including plumbing, heating and cooling systems, electrical repairs, plastering, painting, and other assigned tasks
• Prioritized tasks according to the needs of the Home
• Moved resident and non-resident furniture safely within the Home
• Maintained logs and records for work performed, including materials and equipment used
• Ensured tools and equipment were in proper working order
• Assisted with preventative maintenance, utilizing computerized systems to track work and schedules
• Monitored the Home for maintenance and safety issues, taking action or reporting concerns as appropriate
• Adhered to all policies, procedures, and legislative standards, ensuring a safe and compliant environment
• Supported special projects such as carpet cleaning, painting, or backup maintenance tasks
• Responded to emergency call-ins to ensure continuity of a safe environment
• And supported your team as needed.

When you apply, if you have your credentials, we will try our best to reach out to you within the week (hopefully within a few days). When you’re eligible with us for benefits, you can expect a variety of them:

• Flexibility in shift scheduling to support your home life
• When eligible, you can enjoy full range of extended Health benefits
• Pension/RRSP matching
• And many Company Events like our annual recognition parties, team theme parties, lunches, outings, gift cards, and paid days off

We prioritize promoting from within and support our employees' educational needs because we care for the team we have put together. We come to our workplace each day understanding that we are entering our Residents' Home, and we are there to support them. While we don't take ourselves seriously, we take our jobs seriously and love to have fun with each other and the Residents!

Qualifications

To be hired into this role, you must have:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of building and fire codes in Long term care
• Must be available for emergency “call-in’s”
• Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) check completed within the past 6 months
• TB 2 Step updated within the last year