Maintenance Worker

Join us and help make a difference in healthcare! We are proud to be home to 300+ residents across our three long term care communities. Our team members pride themselves in providing exemplary person-centered quality care. Our Colour It Your Way philosophy is our framework and foundation that guides us to ensuring our residents and team members have a positive and rewarding experience. We are looking for enthusiastic caring individuals who are dedicated and have the desire to be part of a team that enriches the lives of others.

Come join us and be part of our Colour It Care Team.

Please note: This position is part-time, permanent with no guaranteed hours. There is an expectation to be available every other weekend. The closing date for this posting is Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 4:30pm.

Purpose

Reporting to the Building Services Supervisor, the MAINTENANCE WORKER fulfils maintenance responsibilities effectively and efficiently while implementing full safety precautions and in accordance with assigned work areas and schedules.

The Maintenance Worker is required to perform their duties in a manner that is consistent with the Core Values of the home that supports the Colour It resident led philosophy of care to ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.

Responsibilities
General

• Performs general mechanical maintenance to building and operating equipment;
• Minor building repairs i.e. painting and janitorial duties as assigned;
• Maintain all floors in a clean, safe condition;
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance schedules and take a pro-active approach to maintain all equipment in good working order and repair;
• Maintain interior and exterior facilities in good working order and repair;
• Maintain grounds in a safe and attractive condition as appropriate during all seasons;
• Provide building security as required;
• Maintain in good working order all gas fired equipment, boilers, hot water and all heating and cooling systems;
• Monitor water temperatures and water treatment equipment
• Repair residents items if feasible and practical
• Perform basic plumbing and electrical functions as required;
• Perform other duties as required to maintain the building, equipment and grounds in good condition;
• Receiving delivery of Home supplies and goods and deliver to proper destination;
• Participate in all relevant fire and safety drills and practices for residents and staff;
• All other related duties as assigned.

Quality Management

• Participates in all aspects of the Quality and Risk Management program as it pertains to maintenance;
• Contributes to the development of recommendations for corrective action.

Occupational Health & Safety

• Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all staff incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports;
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Work safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers and residents;
• Wears personal protective equipment as designated;
• Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles;
• Maintains a sound working knowledge of their roles and responsibilities during all emergency situations when working different shifts.
• Contributes to the development of recommendations for corrective action.

Family & Resident Relations

• Contributes to positive customer service with residents and families in day to day work;
• Deals tactfully and courteously with residents, residents family, visitors and staff in a positive manner.

Ministry of Health Compliance

• Contributes to the implementation of processes and systems to ensure compliance to all standards on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• A working knowledge or current trade certificate for heating, plumbing, electrical, electronic controls and building maintenance skills;
• Three years experience in a maintenance in a commercial/industrial or institutional environment;
• Mature and reliable, punctual, and sensitive to resident needs, sound judgment, ability to maintain confidentiality, commitment to responsibilities.
• Essential Performance Skills required; Physically capable of meeting demands of the position, ability to trouble shoot a wide variety of equipment;
• Computer skills including Excel/Word/Outlook.

Working Conditions

• Modern facility, temperature controlled, smoke free environment
• Hours of work include scheduled shifts and call-ins, and may include day, evening, weekdays and weekend shifts. There is a requirement to work statutory holidays and be available for call in when required;
• Required to meet deadlines;
• Work is in a home-like medical care area and requires interaction with residents and their families. The workplace is fast paced, with frequent disruptions and distractions, while meeting preset deadlines. Must be flexible to changing needs of the residents, staff and operational issues, as they are presented;
• Physical activity forms parts of the duties.
• Sits and walk intermittently throughout workday; stoops and climbs in inspecting, working and directing work; handles and manipulates tools and equipment.
• Works in all areas throughout the building that are occupied by residents, staff and visitors;
• Exposure to weather elements, as duties will include those exterior to the building.
• Work at heights, with appropriate training
• Ability to work independently

Identified Hazards

• Potential exposure to bodily fluids through regular Resident contact;
• Some stress resulting from dealing with Resident care needs, behaviours and time pressures;
• Exposure to unexpected behaviours of Residents (i.e. yelling, swinging of arms, aggressive behaviours, etc.)
• Exposure to Occupational Diseases of Residents (i.e. Influenza)
• Required to work with chemicals that may be hazardous.

Contacts
Internal Working Relationships

• Building Services Supervisor, front line staff, Residents

External Working Relationships

• Families, Contract Service Providers

Impact of Error

• Errors may lead to ineffective performance and may result in injury to self, others and residents and may result in loss of confidence and credibility of the home.

Grey County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and promotes a culture of respect where all team members are valued for their unique talents, knowledge and lived experiences.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to outline accommodation needs when submitting their application. If alternate methods of application are required, candidates can email careers@grey.ca.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Drivers Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.