Maintenance Assistant

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT 

Amica Swan Lake

Temporary Full Time Days 

Established in 1996, Amica Senior Lifestyles owns and operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, while continuing to grow in select markets. Offering Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options, we combine expert care with unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities to deliver a personalized senior living experience.

At Amica, we are driven by the desire to be part of something bigger than ourselves. We are privileged to spend our days enriching the lives of seniors, their families and each other. Joining Amica means you’ll experience a strong sense of belonging, purpose, possibility, and growth.

Become part of a team where you can make a real impact in the lives of others each and every day.

A day in the life of a Maintenance Assistant:  

With your attention to detail, you will be responsible for assisting the Maintenance Coordinator with the day to day operations of the facility, including the cleanliness and upkeep of the grounds, repairs and maintenance to all equipment in the building and the suites.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the Maintenance Coordinator with completion of daily work orders.
• Repair of equipment in facility and suites.
• Painting and minor building touch ups.
• Daily inspections: equipment, pool, and grounds.
• Daily fire safety and building security checks.

How will we support you?

• We invest in your personal and professional growth by providing opportunities to earn certifications in Pool Operating, Red Tag and Hotworks fire safety, as well as mechanical systems training.
• We offer a competitive hourly rate.
• As a part-time team member, you have access to our Loyalty Rewards Program which includes your own Health Care spending account or paid time off rewards.
• You are supported by inspiring leaders who show up for you.
• You have access to consistent scheduling through self-service technology so you can balance your life.

What you will bring:

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and carpentry repairs.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic understanding of hand tools.
• Basic understanding of computers and systems: Yardi, Word, Tels.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs of supplies and equipment.
• Ability to work in small areas and from high heights.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Familiarity with operational features of fire alarm and security systems considered an asset.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety standards considered an asset.

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate.  We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

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