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Job summary

Perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on building systems and equipment, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting, and carpentry work, while maintaining exterior grounds. Inspect the premises for maintenance and safety issues, document work and costs, follow facility safety policies, and provide respectful service to residents.

Job details

Description Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today! Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Assistant executes routine repairs and carries out minor maintenance operations with a focus on providing superior customer service to our residents. Key Responsibilities Executes routine repairs and carries out minor maintenance operations to electrical, mechanical plumbing equipment and building; Paints, performs minor carpentry and maintains exterior grounds except those services performed under service contract; At regular intervals, inspects the entire premises from a maintenance and safety standpoint and files required reports with supervisor; Adheres to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices; An employee, while assigned handyman responsibilities, will continue to fulfil all housekeeping and maintenance duties as required; Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity; Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions in English Ability to self regulate and work independently Must be capable of performing necessary physical duties including the movement of heavy objects Must be familiar with and able to carry out minor repairs to facility and equipment Knowledge and training in plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical, plastering and painting Able to maintain and manage a budget - Detailed oriented with ability to track work done and record costs involved Knowledge of Health and Safety - Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

What you’ll do

Perform routine repairs and minor maintenance on building systems and equipment, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting, and carpentry work, while maintaining exterior grounds. Inspect the premises for maintenance and safety issues, document work and costs, follow facility safety policies, and provide respectful service to residents.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to follow oral and written instructions in English, work independently, perform physical duties including moving heavy objects, and carry out minor facility and equipment repairs. Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating, water, gas, mechanical systems, plastering, painting, health and safety, and budget and cost tracking is required; a current Vulnerable Sector Check is also required or must be obtained.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Electrical repairs · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Routine Repairs
• Minor Maintenance
• Plumbing
• Electrical Repairs
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Heating Systems
• Painting
• Minor Carpentry
• Grounds Maintenance
• Safety Inspections
• Health And Safety
• Budget Management
• Cost Tracking
• Independent Work
• Customer Service
• Following Written And Oral Instructions

Job areas

• Trades
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Security & Safety