Building Maintenance Worker

5 days ago


Kitchener, Canada YW Kitchener-Waterloo Full time

functioning level which meets or surpasses all relevant building codes, legislation and regulations;
1. CARETAKING AND MAINTENANCE
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and plumbing repairs unless a certified craftsman is required; E.g. removing and unclogging toilets and drains, repairing flooring and wall tiles, replacing or repairing taps, sinks, pipes, replacing ballast, installing light fixtures, switches, and some wiring, install, tape and finish drywalls, paint, re-key and repair locks, deadbolts and door hinges, small carpentry repair.
- Ensure that all the building requirements of the Fire Plan are inspected and reported as necessary. Conduct fire drills in accordance with the fire plan
- Weekly - Bring in orders from the Food Bank and prepare / take-out recycling
- Pick up of in-kind donations from YW home office and other locations
- Snow and ice removal as required during the winter months
- Keep the YW’s vehicle in good order and ensures regular servicing and repairs

2. PURCHASING AND DEALING WITH OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS
- At the request of management, requests quotations for major repairs and replacements, providing specifications for the job
- Schedule outside repair workers, coordinates and inspects work

3. INSPECTION AND SAFETY
- Sit on the Joint Health and Safety Committee and conducts monthly inspections of the workplace. Advise on preventive maintenance issues and major repairs or replacements
- Fire Safety: Ensure that all emergency exits are kept clear; Initiate a fire drill at 84 Frederick St at least twice-yearly resets alarm system whenever necessary, monthly inspection of all fire extinguishers and other responsibilities identified in the Fire Plan
- WHMIS: ensure that all relevant material safety data sheets are, up dated and distributed throughout the building.

**Skills, Qualifications, & Requirements**:

- Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, fire, HVAC and security systems
- Knowledge of life safety system, fire code, building code, and Occupational Health & Safety Act;
- Human relations skills to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and trades people
- Ability to interact with women experiencing homelessness who may have physical, mental, or emotional challenges
- WHMIS certification (required)
- Able to provide a driver’s abstract on a yearly basis, and a Vulnerable Sector Check document. (required)
- Vaccine Verification - As a condition of employment you are required to provide confirmation that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 or have proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the YW Kitchener-Waterloo.

**Hours & Compensation**:

- Permanent Full-Time
- Start Date: asap
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday. Rare after-hours responsibilities.
- Pay Rate: $22.991 per hour
- Benefits: Registered Pension Plan (4.5% Employer contribution) | Extended Health and Dental Benefits | Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) | Life insurance | Paid vacation | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | Paid Sick Time (based on accrual)

**Apply**: Online through Indeed OR in writing to: YW Home Office, 153 Frederick Street Kitchener, ON N2H 2L7 No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**YW Guiding Principles**:
We respect the dignity and worth of individuals.
We value diversity among people.
We respect the fundamental right to self-determination.
We acknowledge the holistic nature of human needs-body, mind, and spirit.
We ensure that women are respected, their voices are heard, and their issues are addressed.
We focus clearly, but not exclusively, on women and girls.
We act with integrity and are accountable to our community.
- The YW Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and responsive to the diversity of Kitchener-Waterloo, in which all people are respected and valued. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $22.99 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call



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