Maintenance Worker

1 week ago


Truro, Canada Shannex Full time

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Maintenance Worker to join our Cedarstone Enhanced Care team based in Truro, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
Free onsite parking
Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work on physical facilities, equipment and grounds;
Assembles, moves, delivers, sets up and picks up furniture and equipment;
Performs general repair work on structures, patches & paints any damaged walls;
Assists the Plant, Building & Safety Manager in the inspection of buildings, grounds and equipment; carries out preventive maintenance program actions;
Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and to process work orders;
Requests necessary materials, supplies, parts and tools required and maintains control of storage and use;
Takes every precaution that is reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees, residents and all others in the workplace.
Opportunity to be a lead hand for the right person.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education;
3 + years’ experience in construction or building maintenance;
Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation;
Experience with light plumbing, door handles, door closures, general repairs, ceiling tiles, locks etc. Experience with Nurse call systems and electronics is a bonus.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to provide leadership to the maintenance team, provide instruction to junior members of the team.
Advanced Proficiency in French. Ability to speak English is considered an asset.
You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19


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