ABOUT USWe’re Signature Retirement Living, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, safe work environment, and much more! As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!
THE OPPORTUNITYLaSalle Park Retirement Community, located in Burlington, Ontario is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.
Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the Maintenance Assistant will perform general routine maintenance for the community and surrounding grounds as well as minor repairs to equipment.
THE SPECIFICS- Employment Term: Permanent
- Job Type: Part-Time
- Biweekly Hours: 52.5
- Shift Times: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Schedule: 7 days biweekly, including every other weekend (one week 4 shifts, the next week 3 shifts)
- Work Location and Arrangement: Burlington, ONSITE
- Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy
- Compensation: $19.52/hour
- AI Disclosure: Artificial intelligence may be used to support the initial screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and are not automated.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES- Painting.
- Cleaning of swimming pool and surrounding area floor.
- Garbage removal and moving of furniture.
- Scrubbing and waxing of floors.
- Cleaning carpets.
- Continuously follow the principles of “good customer service” and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day-to-day practices.
- Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with team members, suppliers, residents and families.
- Adhere to legislated and Company standards, policies, procedures and practices.
- Demonstrate solid knowledge of routine, basic maintenance capabilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Work with sharp tools, and in potentially congested work locations.
- Walking, stretching and standing on a variety of surfaces for at least 5 hours per day.
- Lift alone, up to 50 pounds.
- Pushing, pulling wheeled equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Bending, stooping on a regular basis.
- Climbing ladders and stairs and able to work in confined spaces.
- Moving and re-arranging furniture as needed within safety standards and limits.
WHO YOU ARE- High School Diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Some education in one or more trades is preferred.
- Working at Heights Certification is an asset.
- Good command of the English language, oral and written.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledgeable of the Health and Safety regulations, fire procedures and building codes.
- Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
- Must be able to provide results of TB (tuberculosis) testing (2-step skin test or chest x-ray) upon hire.
- Must be able to provide a record of vaccination for COVID-19 (minimum 2 doses) upon hire.
ACCOMMODATIONIn accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.
Signature Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to recruiting and retaining a qualified workforce, and is committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. The company and its hiring managers always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position. A protected characteristic under the Human Rights Code is never used against a person during the hi