Maintenance Worker I

ABOUT BETHANY

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada's largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

WHY BETHANY?

We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. 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

Designed to accommodate a resident population with complex dementia care needs, Bethany Riverview approaches our residents with an open mind and heart, focused on enhancing the quality of life for those in our care. As a Maintenance Worker 1 at Bethany Riverview, you provide client-focused service to individuals in a home-like setting.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:

• Resident Centered Care: Promotes service excellence through support of the Interdisciplinary Team to achieve and maintain quality resident centered care within the scope of the Maintenance department.
• Documentation: Accurate, comprehensive and timely documentation of maintenance work completed in alignment with Bethany policies and procedures.
• Safety: Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times.
• Pro-active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
• Team Work: Cares for and works cooperatively with others as an effective team member

WHAT YOU BRING

The ideal candidate will have:

• Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
• 1 year maintenance experience, preferably in a hospital or large facility
• Able to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment
• Must demonstrate an acceptable level of reading, writing and comprehension of English language
• Valid Class 5 drivers' license
• Knowledge of blueprint and specifications reading and interpretation
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize various demands
• Must have strong working knowledge of fire codes, building codes and general safety regulations
• Ability to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs of unit equipment, such as beds, mechanical lifts, etc.
• Basic knowledge of minor plumbing repairs, such as sinks, toilets, etc.
• Ability to perform minor cosmetic repairs such as wall patching, painting, etc.

Position Information:

• Posting Number:
• Position Number: MW1-RV52-001
• Location: Bethany Riverview
• Classification: Maintenance Worker I
• FTE: 1.00
• Non-Union
• Department/Unit(s): Maintenance
• Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Temporary (Temporary End Date: April 30, 2026 with possibility of being extended or becoming permanent)
• Shift and Hours of Work: Monday to Friday
• Hours Per Shift: 7.75 hours
• Shift Per Cycle: 10 shifts in a 2- week cycle
• Position Start Date: Pending application
• Posting End Date: Until filled

How to Apply:

Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?

*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Online at: by submitting your resume and cover letter.

Please note this competition may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.