Maintenance Worker

**Rosecrest Communities** owns and operates two continuing care facilities in Nova Scotia. Rosecrest is a division of the Stevens Group of Companies, a third generation family business offering a wide range of products and services through its various companies. Headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia with operations throughout the Atlantic Provinces, the Group's growth and success has been built on ethical business practices, exceptional customer service, and dedicated staff.

To continue our growth and success, the Stevens Group requires the services of an experienced Maintenance Worker. Reporting to the Building Systems Manager and working primarily at **Magnolia Continuing Care, located in Enfield, NS**, the position will have responsibility for ensuring that the Group's various buildings and properties are well maintained and in good condition

**Responsibilities**

The specific duties of the position will include:

- Performing day-to-day maintenance of building and property.
- Performing repairs, renovations, and upgrades in the areas of carpentry, painting, drywall, flooring and minor plumbing and electrical tasks.
- Identifying maintenance requirements and communicating these to the Manager.
- Assisting in the preparation of preventative maintenance plans.
- Trouble-shooting and problem-solving maintenance issues.
- Keeping properties and grounds neat and tidy.
- Supporting the maintenance teams within other companies in the Group.
- Operating motor vehicles, motorized equipment and power tools.
- Must participate in after hours on-call rotation.
- Other tasks as directed.

**Qualifications**
- Previous work experience in a similar position related to building maintenance.
- Mechanically inclined, with knowledge of building construction and repair.
- Knowledge of building systems.
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
- Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to deal effectively with a variety of people.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be available for scheduled on call rotation.
- Minimum Grade 12 education.
- Comfortable working in a long-term care environment.

**Work With Us**

Hourly wage is provided, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position also offers a competitive group benefits package.

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Are you able to reliably commute to Magnolia Continuing Care in Enfield, NS?

**Experience**:

- facilities/building maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person