Maintenance Worker

**Job description**

We are looking for Maintenance Workers to join the team of Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village. At Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, our team is passionate, friendly and possesses a positive attitude that is essential at our versatile organization. We are a company where you are not just a number - your experience, work ethic and brilliant ideas are acknowledged and valued. We strongly believe that we can do great things by working together.

**WHO WE ARE**

NIGGV is commonly referred to as the “Village,” and since 1958, we have grown to be one of the largest providers of services for seniors in Ontario. Today, we offer 338 rental/lease apartments and 47 bungalows of independent and assisted living. This community offers a variety of amenities (chapel, library, an auditorium with shuffleboard courts, four five-pin bowling lanes, billiard room, therapeutic/recreational swimming pool, lounges, atrium and café). The Village also accommodates 40 Long Term Care suites.

**WHY WORK WITH US**
- We are positive that we are able to check some of your boxes:

- We have **shifts that fit most schedules** with premiums for working evenings, nights and/or weekends. O/T hours are also available for those who are looking to take advantage of it.
- We encourage the residents of our community to care for their whole selves, and we encourage our employees to do the same by offering **Extended Health Benefits**, Disability, Life insurance, AD&D, and Pension Plan with 100% match from us for all full-time staff and **14% pay** in lieu for part-time.
- We support the well-being of our employees, so we offer an EAP to help our team handle mental health and personal challenges. In addition, we offer a generous paid sick leave for full-timers, and any **unused sick time is paid out** to you at the end of each year.
- **Amazing perks**, including Employee Service Recognition programs, free parking, discounted meals from our Dining room and fitness room access.
- We ensure our team receives frequent **comprehensive training and education** to expand their hard skills because we believe that it is our team of health care professionals who help us to do great things.

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

Our Environmental Services team is looking to add Maintenance Workers to support the department by carrying the performance of routine, preventative, corrective, and emergency maintenance duties of the different areas of Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village. Perform minor repairs and general maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment as well as minor carpentry, drywall repairs, and painting are some of the responsibilities of such an important position within our community.

**WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Two (2) to three (3) years minimum general building maintenance and repair experience.
- Perform minor carpentry, drywall repairs, and painting.
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
- Perform floor and carpet maintenance.
- Complete inspections of equipment and areas of property.
- Receive supplies and deliver to and store in appropriate areas (when required).
- Knowledge of swimming pool maintenance, (asset).
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as excellent organizational and time management skills.
- We are looking for somebody who is excited about change and new learning, empathetic and optimistic.

Please note that successful applicants will require a current Police Reference Check suitable for working with the vulnerable sector as well as a 2-step TB Mantoux skin test prior to commencing employment.

**To APPLY**:

- Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our leadership team is responsible for working with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process._

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $23.89 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person