Maintenance Worker I

The Facilities Maintenace and Engineering Department at the Peter Lougheed Center is pleased to offer this position for a full time temporary Maintenance Worker 1 (Grounds). This position is ideal for a self-motivated, detailed orientated individual seeking an opportunity in a fast paced and dynamic environment. You will part of diverse team that prioritizes patient care and leads in workplace safety.

As a Maintenance Worker I, you may perform routine tasks related to grounds keeping and facility maintenance. Working independently and/or as part of team, you may maintain lawns, flowerbeds, trees and shrubs, collect and dispose garbage, remove snow and ice, spread salt and sand, clean mechanical rooms and shop areas, and assist tradespeople and other maintenance staff as needed.

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent. Possession of a valid driver's licence.

Basic work-related experience required (i.e. 0-1 years). Must be familiar with basic tools and equipment used in the maintenance department. Able operate motorized equipment such as garden tractors, small engines such as gas-powered backpack blowers, walk behind mowers and string trimmers. Cooperative and willingness to perform routine repetitive tasks on a continuous basis. Strong interpersonal skills and able to work independently or in a team setting with minimal supervision. Able to work in the following conditions: extreme temperatures, hot and cold, noisy, high vibration and dusty or fumes. Physically fit, able to lift to 20 kg. Sustained kneeling crouching or walking. Half mask/N95.

2 months technical training program (i.e., Carpentry, mechanical, equipment operator, driver’s license upgraded to more than Class 5, electrical or 5th Class Power Engineer certificate) is an asset. Previous grounds keeping experience, ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment such as commercial lawn mowers/small tractors and irrigation systems is preferred.