Maintenance Assistant

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people‑centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

• Using approved methods and as assigned by Director (or delegate); support Maintenance efforts, by completing assigned and demand work requests mostly related to Carpentry Shop.
• Perform minor repairs, hang, relocate, remove various fixtures, signs, artwork, etc.; installation and repair of various building components (ceiling tiles, doors and door hardware, floor, trim).
• Operate float cart.
• Repair equipment (furnishings, fixtures).
• Execute demolition and waste removal.
• Patch, drywall tape, finish, fire stop.
• Paint and furniture refinishing.
• Assist with office and other departmental moves (furnishing, fixtures, etc.).
• Assist trades staff with more complex work orders and projects.
• Support snow removal efforts and linen distribution efforts.

• 5 years’ experience, skills, and ability in building construction and/or maintenance, painting, plaster & drywall repairs & refinishing, installation of wall fixtures, servicing of door hardware, minor plumbing.
• Competent in the safe and effective use of most hand and power tools.
• Awareness of special safety requirements while working in patient areas, including review of ES safety manual and WHMIS program.
• Understanding of WHMIS controlled products.

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff, and community from COVID‑19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence‑based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of equity‑seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Mental Health Care