Maintenance Assistant | Casual

Sienna Senior Living•Chilliwack, BC

16h

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection. Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen and assess applicants for this position.

Requirements

Certification, training, and work experience, including competencies, in: building repairs, painting and finishes, floor care, safety procedures, property maintenance, plumbing, heating and air conditioning.
1-2 years’ experience in a similar position.
Proven customer service skills and excellent command of verbal and written English language.
Sound knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in the residence.
Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team.
All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants.
All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.

Responsibilities

Executing general repair and maintenance work including painting, plastering, basic plumbing (e.g. replacing faucets, unblocking toilets), woodworking (e.g. replacing moulding, installing doors, replacing doorframes) and electrical work (tasks that do not require an electrician’s license, e.g. changing light bulbs).
Cleaning, scrubbing, striping and waxing floors in the hallways, stairways, common areas, etc., as instructed, in order to maintain the premises in good condition.
Emptying out garbage and recycling receptacles at regular intervals in order to prevent waste from accumulating, and ensures recycling materials are stored properly.
Maintaining building exterior, grounds and parking lots.
Removing snow on sidewalks and doors and applies salt to ensure resident, visitor and team member safety.
Mowing and watering grass, tending to flower gardens and applies fertilizer as needed, to ensure the orderly appearance of the grounds.
Completing the appropriate forms and documents; writing required reports based on available information in order to ensure the necessary follow-up.
Performing other duties as assigned.