Maintenance Worker

Position: Maintenance Worker

Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours per week+ (On-Call) as scheduled

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Salary: $30.73per hour

About Us:

St. Clare's Housing is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions in Toronto's downtown core. We own and operate seven apartment buildings, offering stable homes to individuals who have experienced homelessness and who often face challenges related to mental health, addiction, and trauma. Our goal is to support tenants in maintaining long-term, successful tenancies while fostering a safe and inclusive community.

As a Living Wage Employer, we voluntarily pay wages that reflect the real costs of living in our community—higher than the provincial minimum wage. The living wage is calculated based on community-specific data and represents what a family with two working adults and two children needs to cover essential expenses and participate fully in society.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Pay: We are a living wage employer.
• Employer-Paid Benefits: Comprehensive medical benefits covered 100% by the employer.
• Meaningful Impact: Work in a values-driven organization committed to social justice and tenant well-being.
• Supportive Work Environment: Join a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Worker to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring our buildings remain safe, clean, and welcoming for all residents. You will be responsible for a variety of repairs, upkeep tasks, and on-call emergency responses. This is an opportunity to contribute to an organization that makes a tangible difference in people's lives.

Accountability:

The Maintenance Worker reports to the Property Manager(s) of the building(s) they are assigned to and must be flexible to move to other buildings as necessary, sometimes with little notice.

Duties:

The duties of the Maintenance Worker fall under the falling categories:

• General Duties:

· Completes work required under tenant work orders, assessing and prioritizing requests. including repairs, including minor plumbing, electrical and appliance repair.

· Maintains an inventory of tools, supplies, paint, etc.

· Performs preventative maintenance.

· Regularly performs cyclical maintenance tasks.

· Performs appropriate emergency, corrective, long term and routine maintenance.

· With the Property Manager, regularly inspects whole interior and exterior of the building noting problem areas to be fixed.

· Conducts annual and move out inspections of apartments and completes all work required to prepare the unit for the next tenant, which includes painting.

· Available to respond to maintenance emergencies (flooding, fire equipment etc.) on an On Call basis, one week out of every seven weeks.

· Maintains all tools and equipment.

· Maintains cleanliness of workshop, mechanical, electrical and painting rooms.

· Advises the Property Manager when there is a need for specialized tradespeople.

• Specific Duties:

· Ensures all maintenance certificates ( generator, fire system, elevator, roof anchor, backflow preventer,) are up to date and accessible.

· Checks elevator heating and cooling in machine room.

· Ensures that the elevator maintenance contractor inspects regularly.

· Checks operation of electric baseboard heaters and ensures they are functioning properly.

· Checks operation of boilers and pumps and ensures they are functioning properly.

· Checks operation of generator to ensure that it is functioning properly. Test generator monthly.

· Ensures that the fire alarm control is on

· Ensures that the fire hose cabinets have been serviced, that the extinguishers are present and charged, that the hose is dry, clean and properly positioned, and that portable fire extinguishers are serviced.

· Replace bulbs in exit lights, and change timers in exterior lights to reflect seasonal light conditions. Check bulbs in corridors, stairwells and mechanical rooms.

· Snow/ice removal as well as yard maintenance

· Manages collection of garbage and recycling

· Handles the On Call Maintenance Line for one week as scheduled, responding as necessary.

• Administration:

· Assists the Property Manager in the administration of maintenance procedures and systems of the building.

· Oversees unit files on maintenance work.

· Keeps an up-to-date inventory of tools and equipment and keeps tools and supplies in an orderly manner so they are easily accessible and ready for use.

· Take delivery of maintenance supplies approved by the Property Manager (check and submit packing slips)

· Checks, restocks and maintains inventory records.

• Contractors:

· Contacts and assists in the supervision of contractors when work is being completed in the building.

What you bring:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Proven experience in maintenance, repair, and/or construction work.

· Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.

· Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and operate basic machinery.

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

· Physical stamina to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).

· Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Bonus Skills:

· Certifications in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical work.

· Experience working in residential buildings, especially in non-profit or affordable housing.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can submit their resume and a cover letter

Join us in creating a positive impact in the lives of our tenants and our community

Additional Information:

· Successful candidates must undergo a Vulnerable Sector Screening reference check.

· We provide accommodations during the recruitment, selection, and interview processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you need accommodation, please call

· St. Clare's Housing is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes resumes from individuals reflective of our diverse community. We hire based on merit and are committed to excellence.

· All new employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire, unless exempt on medical or other grounds pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Any information obtained during the recruitment process will be used solely for employment purposes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $30.76 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person