Maintenance Support- Casual

**ABOUT US**

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community.

Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.

**WHO WE SUPPORT**

The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day.

**MAKE AN IMPACT**

Being a part of the Turning Leaf family means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.

Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect.

**MAINTENANCE SUPPORT JOB SUMMARY**

The Maintenance Support will provide general maintenance services and other miscellaneous duties in order to maintain our facilities in Regina and Moose Jaw, this includes office spaces, day programs, IHS homes. This position will have an afterhours emergency component for IHS and CBT programs. It is important for the Maintenance Support to be careful and thorough in their work, tidying the premises after jobs completed and displaying respectful and courteous behaviour while on site.

The Maintenance Support is under the supervision of the Administrative Support Assistant SK and is responsible for ensuring the properties are well maintained, aesthetically pleasing, and a safe place for all visitors, staff, and the participants we support.

**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Cover letter and updated resume
- 18 years of age or older
- This is a casual position that will require some daytime and evening hours
- Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check (no older than three months)
- Two years of general maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education preferred
- Knowledge of equipment, tools, and procedures of grounds construction and care
- Experience operating grounds maintenance and grounds construction equipment such as snow blowers, weed whackers and lawn mowers would be an asset.
- Able to safely lift objects up to 50 lbs
- Ability to understand verbal directions and closely execute tasks with mínimal supervision
- Saskatchewan Class 5 drivers license with reliable vehicle and a clear drivers abstract is required
- Available to travel in the region on request
- WHMIS training is considered an assist
- HIPAA training is considered an assist
- Three employment references

**QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**
- Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to maintain a courteous interaction with all levels of personnel, treat all with dignity and respect, and open and receptive to people’s needs at all times
- Pro-active and works well independently
- Sound understanding of computer basics
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent eye for detail
- Ability to handle confidential information and act with discretion in all matters at all times
- Adapts to new processes, technology, and unexpected projects/requests
- Skilled at prioritizing tasks and action items, with strong time management skills
- Provide a consistent work ethic
- Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and accountability

**SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

**General Office Maintenance**:

- Replacing light bulbs
- Semi
- annual replacing of furnace filters and air vent inspections
- General repair of toilets/sinks/shower
- Carrying boxes to basement and bring items up as requested
- Inventory of supplies (i.e., garbage bags, tools or supplies) and notify their supervisor when they need to be reordered
- Organizing/maintenance of regional offices (Regina and Moose Jaw), IHS homes, Day Programs.
- Other duties may be assigned

**Office Landscaping Manitenance**:

- Install, repair, and replace any outside lighting, gates, fencing, posts, and bicycle racks, as well as paint/touch up all signage on grounds.
- Mowing lawns, trimming and weeding, preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tying down unsecured items, etc.
- Ensure all gr