Skilled Maintenance Aide

**Who We Are**

The Elliott Community is a charitable, not-for-profit senior’s residence offering a continuum of residential and nursing services of the highest standards. This historical and unique facility in Guelph, proudly offers four lifestyle choices; independent living in life lease suites, supported living in retirement suites, enhanced support in retirement plus and full nursing care in our long-term care residence.

**Job Overview**:
Working under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, The Skilled Maintenance Aide is responsible to maintain a high standard of upkeep to the building and equipment, taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety and comfort of our residents, staff, and visitors.

**Responsibilities**:

- Work collaboratively with the maintenance team in carrying out all duties and responsibilities related to: daily operational routines, breakdowns and emergency repairs, preventive maintenance programs, co-operation with contractors, life safety equipment inspections and compliance.
- To perform work related to: HVAC system operation and maintenance, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs, mechanical repairs, carpentry, painting and decoration, grounds maintenance, garbage removal, other related duties as assigned/required

**Hours** : Scheduled daytime hours with flexibility required for projects and emergencies. Rotating weekends among maintenance staff. Will be included in a 24/7 emergency on-call rotation.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Trade Certificate in at least one of the following: Stationary Engineer, 3rd Class Electrician, Mechanic, Plumber, Building Maintenance Mechanic Certificate, Heating, Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning Certificate, Building Environmental Systems Certificate, Facility systems technician certificate, Environmental building maintenance certificate.
- Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in facilities maintenance
- Knowledge of low-pressure hot water boilers
- Plumbing knowledge would be an asset
- Vulnerable Sector Search Criminal Record check
- Must maintain an up to date immunization record including COVID-19 vaccination series, annual influenza and TB screening

**What We Offer**

What we Offer:

- A competitive compensation package and participation in the OMERS pension plan and extended health and dental benefits for qualifying staff
- A flexible work environment
- An opportunity to collaborate with goal oriented professionals and make meaningful contributions in the lives of our residents

As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of residents, staff and families. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our residents, staff and families. Vaccines are a proven, safe and powerful weapon in our battle against COVID-19. Now that vaccines are widely available and recognizing that our staff are already vaccinated against influenza and Covid-19, vaccination will be an enduring condition of employment for all new hires, except when impossible due to legitimate, established exceptions. Covid-19 vaccination status must be consistent with the prevailing definition provided by The Ministry of Health and LTC: a person who has received all recommended COVID-19 vaccine doses, including any booster dose(s) when eligible.

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

**Salary**: From $26.92 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person