Environmental Services Manager

**_“How do you live in the moment?”_**

The Environmental Services Manager reports to the General Manager and performs general, routine maintenance and servicing operations throughout the facility, in accordance with applicable codes and regulations and as directed by the General Manager.

**Responsibilities**:

- Is responsible to oversee and execute all aspects of the Maintenance department
- As directed and in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, performs a variety of routine maintenance, servicing and repair operations to maintain
home, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds in proper condition.
- Responsible for effectively scheduling & supervising maintenance and repair work not completed in-house.
- Manages ongoing maintenance requirements and carries out preventative maintenance programs as directed.
- Notifies the General Manager of significant building/equipment malfunctions/problems
- Coordinates specialized work, such as electrical or plumbing, to skilled
trades/outside contractors and monitors work performed.
- Conducts regular maintenance rounds to ensure all life safety and building and support systems are functioning properly.
- Implements and monitors quality improvement.
- Participates in budget preparation and control.
- Focuses on a person centred approach while maintaining the organization’s policies and
procedures.
- Displays a sense of spontaneity and ability to change the moment positively for people
- Presents a positive approach, not controlling language and actions towards people.
- Maintains inventories and assures safe storage of all supplies.
- Participates in committee meetings such as infection control, quality

management and safety, as required.
- Completes performance appraisals of associates as required.
- Provides ongoing associate education.
- Maintains the staffing schedules as applicable.
- Promotes the Vision, Mission and Values of Lifetimes Living Inc. and the Residents’ Bill

of Rights.
- Supervises fire prevention and fire drill procedures.
- Is a Certified Joint Health and Safety Member and participates in all inspections and

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meetings as part of that role
- Any and all other tasks as assigned
- Qualifications:
The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:

- Post-secondary degree or diploma preferred,
- Two (2) years experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity is preferred,
- Experience in general maintenance and repair,
- Ability to lead a team by setting an example in a direct and positive manner,
- Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing and carpentry,
- Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written,
- Skilled in conflict management techniques,
- Previous employment in a health care/hospitality setting an asset,
- Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of seniors,
- Demonstrated experience in managing a budget,
- Is familiar with the provisions of the following legislation: Employment Standards Act,

Workers’ Compensation Act, Retirement Homes Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act,
- Proficient in Microsoft Office,
- Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results less

than 6 months old, must be able to provide three supervisory references.
What do we offer you?
- Competitive wages
- Employee perks
- Support for personal and professional growth
- Employee benefits (only included if specific to the role)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (only included if specific to the role)
- Matching RRSP contribution (only included if specific to the role)
- Medication training provided (only included if specific to the role)

We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter. Although we
appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.

**Education**: Preferred
- Post Secondary Diploma or better
- Post Graduate or better

**Skills**: Preferred
- Develop & Implement Budgetary Guidelines
- Carpentry
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Conflict Management Skills
- Knowledge of Electrical Systems
- Demonstrate Empathy for the Needs of Seniors
- Experience in a Healthcare Setting
- Leadership Skills
- Understand the ESA, WCA, & RHA
- General Maintenance and Repairs
- Knowledge of Mechanical Systems
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Understand the Occupational Health/Safety Act
- Plumbing Knowledge
- Positive Mindset
- 2 years of Supervisory Experience