Facilities Maintenance Worker

TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Worker

LOCATION: 661 Main Street

DEPARTMENT: Facilities  

POSITION TYPE: Full-time Indefinite Term

REPORTS TO: Facilities Coordinator

WAGE: $20.48

WORK HOURS: Monday to Friday (1:30PM-10PM)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Main Street Project (MSP) is a community health Centre with a mandate to address the social determinants of health which give rise to issues of addiction, physical and mental health issues and homelessness. MSP uses housing-first and harm reduction principles in the provision of a safe, respectful and accessible place for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the community. Since 1972, MSP has been providing a range of services to Winnipeg's most marginalized residents, including emergency shelter and nutrition services, drug and alcohol withdrawal management services, health advocacy and support, case management services, housing support services, food bank services and a mobile community outreach program.

Are you seeking a career where you can be part of a dynamic, diverse team, and where the mission is centered around ensuring everyone has access to a safe environment that promotes dignity, respect, and self-determination? Main Street Project is committed to developing impactful and meaningful solutions that drive positive changes in our community. The work you do here will have a lasting, meaningful impact on those we serve.

At Main Street Project, we believe that the best work happens when diverse minds come together. We believe in building and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity, including embracing Truth & Reconciliation, Decolonization and Anti-Oppression, is embedded in our culture and drives the success of the organization. Our team is made of talented individuals from various backgrounds and life experiences, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Facilities Coordinator, the Maintenance Worker is a key
part of ensuring that Main Street Project (MSP) buildings, both interior and
exterior, are kept functional and in good condition for participants that
access MSP's program and services. This role includes maintenance tasks are
both preventative maintenance and reacting to emerging building needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete
  assigned maintenance tasks each shift, ensuring appropriate documentation and
  communication
• Take
  the lead on maintenance projects including, but not limited to, minor plumbing
  issues (e.g. unclogging drains, etc.), simple carpentry (e.g. dry wall
  patching, door replacement, etc.), painting and removal/installation/assembly
  of furniture and fixtures
• Monitor
  and execute preventative maintenance measures according to established
  maintenance plans
• Meet
  with external contractors to provide support and information where needed
• Notify
  Coordinator concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building
  operating systems
• Collect
  and remove garbage from MSP owned property, both indoors and outdoors as
  requested/required
• Picking
  up full sharps containers and bringing them to a centralized pick up location
• Adhere
  to health and safety protocols (WHMIS, PPE, Occupational Safety and Health)
• Snow
  removal and ice sanding as required
• Moving
  of furniture, donations and deliveries
• Other duties as assigned

• Prior maintenance experience in a similar
  community health environment
• Knowledge and understanding of basic
  maintenance issues including but not limited to plumbing, carpentry, and
  electrical
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable in
  fulfilling position obligations
• Attention to detail and ability to complete
  tasks
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to
  changing needs and tasks
• Ability to take initiative beyond the scope of
  assigned daily and weekly tasks to meets the needs of the department
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  skills
• Customer Service skills, ability to interact
  professionally with staff, visitors, clients and management
• Working knowledge of
  basic computer skills (i.e. Outlook).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
• Comfortability working with biohazardous waste
• Ability to handle and move objects, using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning and moving materials
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to health and safety protocols (WHMIS, PPE, Occupational Safety and Health)
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills (i.e. Outlook).
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Clear Vulnerable Sector Search and Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check required. Employee is responsible for any service charges incurred.
• Valid Driver's License

VALUES & COMPETENCIES

Ability to embody Main Street Project's Core Values:

• Reducing Harm
• Truth & Reconciliation
• Anti-Oppression
• Trauma-Informed

Key Competencies:

• Crisis Management
• Service Excellence – Meeting people where they are at.
• Collaboration Developing External Relationships
• Accountability 
• Decision Making

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 9, 2026

Main Street Project recognizes the importance of building a workforce that is reflective of the community it serves, where culture, language and perspectives drive a high standard of care and service. Therefore, preference will be given to Indigenous people and those who reflect the people/population we serve. Applicants are asked to self-declare in their cover letter along with describing how they meet the above qualifications.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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