Maintenance Worker I

**About Bethany**

For 75 years, Bethany has been improving the lives of Alberta seniors and adults with disabilities by providing housing, health and community services that honour their spirit and individuality.

**Why Bethany?**

We are looking for individuals who want to feel connected to their community in a person-centered organization. Bethany has consecutively won Top Employer, 15 years in a row for the programs we invest in for our employees.

Bethany offers top-up for maternity leaves, generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits and retirement savings programs. We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.

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**About the Role**

Bethany is seeking an energetic and customer-focused Maintenance Worker I to join our team. Under the leadership of the Maintenance Supervisor and as part of a team of rotating operators, you will be responsible to ensure the building and grounds are secured for the safety of residents, families and staff by adhering to health and safety practices and procedures.

**What You Will Do**
- Ensure the building and grounds are safe for our residents, families and staff by performing rounds on a regular basis and responding to all emergency calls for maintenance services
- Repair and maintain hardware, fixtures, furnishings, carpet and flooring as required
- Ensures that all outdoor greenspace is maintained
- Maintain sidewalks, parking areas and roads by removing snow, salting, and sanding during winter months, and arrange for major snow removal if necessary
- Responds to emergency situations such as fire, power outage, or water damage in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Responds to routine inquiries from residents and families regarding maintenance issues
- Assists with general maintenance requests and moves furniture as required
- Submit written reports of action taken when responding to situations with residents, building and system changes
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures and resident safety as would be impacted by the Maintenance Department
- Perform minor plumbing and equipment repairs

**What You Will Bring**
- Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
- 1 year maintenance experience, preferably in a hospital or large facility environment
- Experience prepping and painting walls
- Ability to take direction, and constructive criticism and make improvements if needed
- Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment
- Must demonstrate an acceptable level of reading, writing, and comprehension of English language skills.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize various demands
- Must have a working knowledge of fire codes, building codes, and general safety regulations

**Position Information**:

- Posting Number: 22-6403
- Position Number: MW1-CA52-004
- Location: Bethany Calgary
- Union: AUPE
- FTE: 1.00
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Shifts: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:15
- Hours of Work/Shift Per Cycle: 10 shifts in a 2-week rotation

**How to Apply**:
**All applicants are thanked for their interest.**

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

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