Facilities (Maintenance) Assistant

4 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Canada DASCH Full time

About Us:

DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential, day program, respite and foster care needs of youth and adults. All our programs are based in Winnipeg. Our residential program consists of over 50 homes, our day services program consists of two day programs and our educational program called DASCHWorks supports people in finding and maintaining meaningful employment. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence. Learn more about our services at

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Assistant is responsible for the maintenance of DASCH residences and commercial spaces throughout Winnipeg. As a Facilities Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining the utmost standards of functionality across our facilities with your expertise, precision and prioritization skills.

Wage:

$ - $ per hour

Employer-Paid Benefits:

Extended health care Dental care Vision care Life coverage Maternity and parental leave top-ups Employee and Family Assistance Program

Additional Benefits:

3 weeks’ vacation after first year of service, available to use as accrued Personal days Disability coverage Registered Pension Plan with 5% employer-matched contributions Optional RRSP and TFSA plans Paid mileage Extensive employer-paid training

Role & Responsibilities:

Completing tasks outlined by the Facilities Manager Basic drywall touch-ups, replacement, taping, sanding Preparation, priming and painting of new and repaired drywall, wood and steel surface Basic finish carpentry (door and window casings, baseboards, handrails) Building projects such as door and window replacement, lock installation, fence construction and drop ceiling repair and installation Minor electrical (replace light fixtures & cover hardware) Minor plumbing (replace faucets, cartridges, toilets, sinks, plastic drain parts) Troubleshooting of basic carpentry, electrical plumbing and HVAC issues Small tree pruning and cutting

Skills & Qualifications:

A complete set of personal protective equipment Grade 12 or equivalent and 3 to 5 years of experience in a handy person/construction role Solid knowledge of plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems Solid carpentry knowledge and a proficiency in completing those construction tasks Ability to accurately and safely operate portable and stationary power tools Ability to read manufacturers instruction manuals and measured drawings Complete tasks with precision and thoroughness  Extremely task-oriented with high standards of quality and accuracy Strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments following established policies and procedures Candidates must be physically fit and able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds Willingness to take the initiative Strong organization skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently Full Manitoba Driver’s License and a satisfactory driver’s abstract

Work Hours:

Full Time Monday to Friday

Thank you for your interest in DASCH; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that employment within DASCH is contingent on the receipt of satisfactory background checks, including Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check (AARC) and Child Abuse Registry Check (CARC) as well as employment reference checks. DASCH will accept existing CRC, AARC and CARC if dated within 3 months of your application date. You may apply for your CRC online at . Obtaining these documents is not a guarantee of employment.



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