Senior Living Maintenance Technician

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, plumbing, heating and building systems with a focus on resident service.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will inspect the premises, follow safety rules, assist with housekeeping duties as needed, and support operations to ensure a safe, comfortable living environment for residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Physical ability to perform heavy-lifting and physical duties.
• Capable of minor repairs to facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical systems.
• Budget tracking and cost recording experience.
• Health and Safety knowledge; Vulnerable Sector Check within six months or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing equipment and building.
• Paint, perform minor carpentry and maintain exterior grounds not covered by service contracts.
• Inspect premises regularly for safety and maintenance, report findings.
• Uphold facility policies, safety rules and safe working practices.
• Fulfill housekeeping and maintenance duties as assigned.
• Work in a position of trust with residents.
• Support ethics, integrity and organizational values.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow instructions (EN)

Independent work

Physical capability

Minor repairs

Plumbing/electrical/heating knowledge

Budget tracking

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on electrical, plumbing, heating and building systems with a focus on resident service.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will inspect the premises, follow safety rules, assist with housekeeping duties as needed, and support operations to ensure a safe, comfortable living environment for residents.