Maintenance Technician

at  Canterbury Foundation

PREAMBLE

As a leading senior’s residence and provider of senior’s continuing care services and programs, Canterbury Foundation (the “Foundation”) shares with seniors the “Promise of Home”. Person-centered care is the foundation for all we do in providing safe, quality care and other human services. We provide a home where seniors experience peace of mind and feel like family. All persons are treated with dignity and respect in every interaction. Working for Canterbury Foundation requires that employees exhibit the highest standards of personal behaviour and ethics in every interaction that instill confidence and trust and not bring the Foundation into disrepute. The honesty and integrity of the Canterbury Foundation demand the impartiality of employees in the conduct of their duties.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance, the Maintenance Technician performs general repair and maintenance to all of Canterbury Foundation’s assets. The Maintenance Technician uses considerable initiative and judgment in determining work methods, in accordance with accepted standards, regulations and procedures to ensure that the building and its grounds are maintained in a clean, attractive and safe condition.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Certificate in relevant trade required, i.e. 5th Class Power Engineer, Building Operator
• 5-7 years of previous experience in a maintenance role.
• Knowledge of legislation and relevant policies regarding building standards, fire, safety and emergency procedures.
• WHMIS, SDS, Manual Material Handling, Lock-out Tag-out, Hazard Assessment training.
• Knowledge of preventive/reactive maintenance programs for building systems. (Maintenance Care or equivalent)
• Experience in interacting with seniors and a diverse work team would be considered an asset.
• Acceptable Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sectors Search, completed within 3 months of the date of hire. Proof must be provided prior to the first day of employment.
  Job Type: Casual

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details