Assistant Maintenance
The Maintenance Assistant performs routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and suite preparation to ensure a safe and functional community environment. They also support building operations by managing tools, equipment, and compliance with safety and fire regulations.
- On-site
- Blainville, QC
- Posted Aug 12, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
About Sunrise Senior Living Sunrise Senior Living provides resident-centered care while supporting team member growth across Canada. At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors. As a Maintenance Assistant, you help maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning community for residents, families, and team members. What You’ll Do: • Complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders • Perform basic repairs (plumbing, electrical, appliances, fixtures) • Assist with painting and refurbishing projects • Support HVAC, water, and mechanical system maintenance • Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks • Maintain tools, equipment, and repair inventory • Support carpet and floor care as needed • Assist with suite “make-ready” preparation • Follow OSHA, fire safety, and infection control standards • Participate in emergency preparedness and fire drills • Drive community vehicle as assigned You play a key role in safety, compliance, and day-to-day building operations. Maintenance Assistant – Support Daily Repairs and Preventative Facility Maintenance Maintenance Assistant | Maintenance Technician | Building Maintenance | Preventative Maintenance | HVAC | Facilities Pay Range: 19.45 - 24.35 Employment Information This position is subject to applicable provincial employment standards. Equal Opportunity Employer Sunrise Senior Living is committed to providing equal employment opportunities across Canada.
What you’ll do
The Maintenance Assistant performs routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and suite preparation to ensure a safe and functional community environment. They also support building operations by managing tools, equipment, and compliance with safety and fire regulations.
Requirements
The candidate should be capable of performing basic repairs across plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. They must be able to follow safety standards and assist with general facility upkeep as assigned.
Other relevant skills
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- Plumbing
- Electrical repairs
- Appliance repair
- Painting
- Refurbishing
- HVAC maintenance
- Preventative maintenance
- Safety checks
- Tool maintenance
- Floor care
- Suite preparation
- Fire safety
- Infection control
- Emergency preparedness
- Facility Repair And Maintenance
- HVAC
- Emergency Preparedness
- Fire Safety
- Infection Control
- Mechanical Systems
- Operations
- Senior Living
Job areas
- Trades
- Healthcare
- Construction
- Security & Safety
- Maintenance Assistant
- Maintenance Helper / Assistant
- Odd Job Persons
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week