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Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Operations, Maintenance Workers are responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery, building services and grounds of the facility.
Essential Functions:
Support the mission, vision, goals, and philosophy of Valley View Villa. – Comply with the policies, procedures, regulations and standards of care for Valley View Villa.
Promote a “caring community” work environment supportive of the individual’s independence, dignity, and well being. Strive to maintain / improve skills and education necessary to successfully fulfil job requirements. Maintain strict confidentiality with all job-related information acquired during work hours.
Demonstrate effective communication skills to maintain a positive rapport with residents, families, co-workers, general public and other work-related professionals.
Ensure a clean, comfortable and safe environment is maintained.
Comply with the established Infection Control program.
Respond to facility emergencies in accordance with the established facility plan.
Job Description-Maintenance Worker
Perform heavy lifting and storage of equipment and supplies for all departments using proper lifting techniques and / or proper use of mechanical devices.
Perform semi-skilled and skilled work involving painting, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical tasks. Perform preventative maintenance functions.
Assist with maintaining laundry equipment, housekeeping equipment, and food services equipment.
Assist with housekeeping duties (stripping, polishing of floors), as assigned.
Assist in maintenance and repair of designated nursing equipment.
Inspect all resident-owned appliances to ensure they are in safe working order and comply with CSA Code; apply inspection sticker.
Distribute supplies to all departments, as per schedule. Assist in moving and relocating residents’ furniture and clothing, as assigned.
Maintain and repair plumbing systems and a variety of plumbing fixtures such as faucets, sinks, toilets, and water heaters, as per preventive maintenance schedule, and/or as assigned.
Paint building interior, fixtures, equipment or exterior as assigned. Prepare surfaces for painting by stripping, filling cracks, smoothing rough spots, taping adjacent areas to prevent paint migration.
Maintain the grounds, cut grass, and clear walkways of snow and ice.
Assist in maintenance and repair of facility vehicle, tractor, lawn mowers etc.
Properly operate, maintain, and repair equipment and tools necessary for performing maintenance tasks.
Responsible for removal of garbage from the facility to outside containers. Record usage of maintenance and cleaning supplies.
Record facility repairs as completed. . Work independently, organize and complete assigned tasks.
Education and Experience:
Grade twelve (12) certificate or GED. . Maintenance experience an asset.
Valid driver’s license.
Proficiency in the operation of tools and equipment used in general maintenance work.
Competencies Required:
Safe work practices.
Acceptable knowledge of building systems, machinery and equipment.
Ability to work with others and independently with minimum supervision.
Demonstrate basic computer skills.
Demonstrate good communication skills and interpersonal relations.
Ability to manage change effectively.
Ability to be a self-motivator.
Demonstrate ability to effectively organize work assignments.
Manage time and utilize resources effectively.
Physical Effort and Environment Conditions:
Light to heavy physical activity,
Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and maneuver comfortably in the work place for the duration of the workday.
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following procedures (i.e. fire safety, WHMIS, spills, etc.). Able to work out of doors in varying weather conditions.
Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to work at Valley View Villa
Job Type: Casual
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
