Maintenance Technician

**Who We Are**

Are you a hands-on individual with a knack for fixing things and a positive attitude? Do you enjoy servicing clients and contributing to a team's success? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you We are looking for a **Maintenance Technician** to join our team and help us keep our facilities in top-notch condition. This role is ideal for someone with some maintenance experience who is eager to learn on the job and grow with us.

**How You Will Make an Impact**

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be instrumental in ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming. Your responsibilities will include:

- Performing General Maintenance: Must have well rounded handyman skills. General skills required including:

- Plumbing repairs & installations
- Repair or install electrical switches and receptacles.
- Repair and finish drywall.
- Conducting Minor Repairs: Fix minor issues, ensuring all appliances and equipment are correctly installed and operational.
- Maintaining Safety Systems: Ensure the functionality of safety systems, such as fire alarms, by performing Monthly Fire Test Testing and have a good understanding of fire control systems.
- Changing Light Bulbs: Keep our spaces well-lit by replacing light bulbs and addressing any related electrical issues.
- Inspecting and Repairing Damages: Identify and repair any damages to building surfaces, maintaining the aesthetic and functional integrity of our facilities. Have experience with lock changes, dead bolts, handles of commercial systems.
- Participating in Renovations: Take part in different projects, including renovations, to improve our facilities.
- Reporting Issues: Proactively report any issues to the facilities or maintenance manager to ensure timely resolution.
- Adhering to Quality Standards: Follow quality standards and health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
- Snow Removal: Participate in Snow Removal with other maintenance workers as required.
- On Call Schedule: Participate in an on-call schedule on a regular basis - must be able to respond to emergency calls within a 30 - 40 min period at the location of the call

**What You'll Bring to Our Team**
- Grade 12 or equivalent and a few years' experience in General Maintenance
- Demonstrated experience in plumbing repairs & installations, repair or install electrical switches and receptacles and repair and finish drywall.
- CPR/First Aid certification and WHMIS training or willing to acquire.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast paced and changing work environment.
- Creativity and flexibility in achieving desired outcomes.
- Hospitable in dealings with clients/public / volunteers / staff, and other key stakeholders.
- Available and responsive to the needs of others.
- Respectful and compassionate demeanor.
- Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Valid non-probationary driver's license.
- ** Hands-On Experience**: Previous maintenance experience is a plus.
- ** Eager to Learn**: A willingness to learn on the job and take on new challenges.
- ** Positive Attitude**: A can-do attitude and a passion for helping others.
- ** Client-Focused**: Enjoys servicing clients and contributing to a positive environment.
- ** Technical Skills**: Basic technical skills to perform maintenance tasks efficiently.
- ** Commitment to Quality**: Strong commitment to adhering to quality standards and health and safety regulations.

**_ Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.
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**What We Offer**
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE Extended benefits
- Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework and w_e are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices. _
- Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview. Will require a vulnerable police check. _