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Maintenance Worker – Long Term Care

Perform general building maintenance including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs to ensure a safe environment for residents. Maintain logs, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to emergency call-ins.

  • On-site
  • Kitchener, ON
  • Posted Jul 28, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 27, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Company Description We are S&R Group and for over 60 years we have been building communities "where friendships flourish and life is enriched". We are looking for people who, like us, believe the work we do has a positive impact on their community and that together we can continue supporting our Residents and their families. Job Description Maintenance work keeps our Home safe, comfortable, and running smoothly, ensuring Residents and staff have a clean, functional environment every day. Help support some of the most vulnerable people in your community in this role. If you were working for us as a Maintenance Worker, here are some of the things you would have done last week: Performed general maintenance and upkeep of the building, including plumbing, heating and cooling systems, electrical repairs, plastering, painting, and other assigned tasks Prioritized tasks according to the needs of the Home Moved resident and non-resident furniture safely within the Home Maintained logs and records for work performed, including materials and equipment used Ensured tools and equipment were in proper working order Assisted with preventative maintenance, utilizing computerized systems to track work and schedules Monitored the Home for maintenance and safety issues, taking action or reporting concerns as appropriate Adhered to all policies, procedures, and legislative standards, ensuring a safe and compliant environment Supported special projects such as carpet cleaning, painting, or backup maintenance tasks Responded to emergency call-ins to ensure continuity of a safe environment And supported your team as needed. When you apply, if you have your credentials, we will try our best to reach out to you within the week (hopefully within a few days). When you’re eligible with us for benefits, you can expect a variety of them: Flexibility in shift scheduling to support your home life When eligible, you can enjoy full range of extended Health benefits Pension/RRSP matching And many Company Events like our annual recognition parties, team theme parties, lunches, outings, and paid days off We prioritize promoting from within and support our employees' educational needs because we care for the team we have put together. We come to our workplace each day understanding that we are entering our Residents' Home, and we are there to support them. While we don't take ourselves seriously, we take our jobs seriously and love to have fun with each other and the Residents! Qualifications To be hired into this role, you must have: Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge of building and fire codes in Long term care Must be available for emergency “call-in’s” Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) check completed within the past 6 months TB 2 Step updated within the last year Additional Information While our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI-enhanced tools, every decision throughout screening, assessing, and selecting candidates is made by real people on our team. This posting is for an upcoming vacancy.

What you’ll do

Perform general building maintenance including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs to ensure a safe environment for residents. Maintain logs, perform preventative maintenance, and respond to emergency call-ins.

Requirements

Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and knowledge of building and fire codes in long-term care. Requires a current Vulnerable Sector Screening and updated TB 2 Step testing.

Benefits

• Flexible shift scheduling • Extended health benefits • Pension/RRSP matching • Company events • Paid days off • Educational support

Other relevant skills

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  • Plumbing
  • Heating and cooling systems
  • Electrical repairs
  • Plastering
  • Painting
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Building and fire codes
  • Safety monitoring
  • Record keeping
  • Emergency response

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Healthcare
  • Construction
  • Security & Safety

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Apply by
Aug 27, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level