Senior Living Maintenance Pro — Hands-On Impact

COGIR Real Estate; East Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in East Gwillimbury, ON to support the Maintenance Manager with routine repairs and minor maintenance across electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building systems. The role emphasizes high-quality resident service and safety compliance.

It includes painting, carpentry, and exterior grounds upkeep, plus regular inspections and adherence to policies. You will work in a trusted capacity with vulnerable adults and contribute to overall facility

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to self-regulate and work independently.
• Capable of performing physical duties including moving heavy objects.
• Familiar with minor repairs to facility and equipment.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical, plastering and painting.
• Ability to track work and record costs; budget awareness.
• Provide Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months) or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building systems.
• Paint, perform minor carpentry and maintain exterior grounds.
• Regularly inspect premises from maintenance and safety perspectives and file reports.
• Follow facility policies and safety rules; adhere to safe working practices.
• Fulfill housekeeping and maintenance duties as required.
• Work in a role of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold organization values of ethics, morality and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English fluency

Independent work

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

General maintenance

Budget tracking

Vulnerable Sector Check readiness

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in East Gwillimbury, ON to support the Maintenance Manager with routine repairs and minor maintenance across electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building systems. The role emphasizes high-quality resident service and safety compliance.

It includes painting, carpentry, and exterior grounds upkeep, plus regular inspections and adherence to policies. You will work in a trusted capacity with vulnerable adults and contribute to overall facility