Building Maintenance Worker (Full-time)

Shepherd Village Inc • Toronto, ON

4h • CA$0 - CA$27 • Onsite

About The Position

Shepherd Village is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit senior community, dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961. They are seeking a qualified Maintenance Worker who demonstrates leadership, integrity, and accountability, working in a team environment that promotes communication, collaboration, and respect. The successful candidate will represent Shepherd Village professionally and maintain positive relationships with peers, subordinates, Residents, and families, aligning with the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Must be qualified to work in Canada legally.
• 2-3 years of experience with building operations required.
• Building Environmental Systems (BES) certificate, or equivalent trade certificate required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in various trades, including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, painting, and finish work.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation, including but not limited to; Occupational Health & Safety Act, Residential Tenancies Act, and Ontario Fire Code.
• Must be a self-starter who is mechanically inclined, able to use various equipment.
• Able to lift, move, push & pull heavy loads.
• Constant standing/walking, frequent reaching, crouching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, fine finger manipulation and grasping, ladder climbing and outside roof work.
• Good command of English; able to speak, read and write fluently.
• Cooperative and flexible team player; able to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Customer service skills oriented toward the needs and challenges of the mature adult and their families, Shepherd Village staff and other clients.
• Successful candidates must provide a complete and current (i.e. within six months prior to hire date) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

• Swimming pool maintenance experience an asset.
• Previous experience in a non-profit and/or healthcare organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all prescribed duties outlined in the preventative maintenance manual.
• Maintaining building systems (electrical, heating/air conditioning, building controls, fire panels, etc.).
• Performing repairs and maintenance on plumbing, fixtures, furniture, fittings, and vacant suites.
• Completing exterior maintenance work, interior finishing work, and indoor pool maintenance.
• Liaising with external contractors and technicians.
• Performing regular equipment inspections, testing and cleaning.
• Completing suite and common area painting.
• Monitoring parking enforcement activities.
• Supporting the Manager with additional maintenance and operational duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Great culture as confirmed by the Organization having receive the Great Places to Work certification in November 2025.
• An opportunity to participate in and contribute to the work of the largest seniors care community in Toronto.
• Competitive compensation.
• Location on a major transit line with a bus stop positioned at the Organization’s property.
• Partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to as much as 50% earned wages ahead of payday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree