Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Junior Maintenance Worker to join our team at LutherCare Communities. As a Junior Maintenance Worker, you will play a pivotal role in carrying out in-suite repairs, coordinating suite restoration, performing grounds keeping tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical equipment. Your contribution will directly impact the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents and align with our organization's values and mission. 

About Us:

LutherCare Communities (LCC) is a leading provider of housing and supportive healthcare services and has been for over 65 years. LCC is a hybrid organization comprised of a number of companies that include for-profit and not-for-profit. Services include long-term care, community day programs for adults, seniors’ housing, home support, intermediate care homes, group living homes, and subsidized family housing. These services are fully accredited, showing our commitment to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support. Taking a resident-first, all-inclusive approach, LCC seeks to ensure it maintains the integrity of the organization by always focusing on its residents. LCC does this by placing value on resident’s interests, feedback and guidance, engagement, and collaborative leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of equipment, including power tools, lawn mowers, gas weed trimmers, hand tools, and more.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment as outlined in maintenance manuals.
• Take prompt action to address equipment malfunctions and issues.
• Conduct daily checks on boiler mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Inspect emergency alarm systems and standby generators, adhering to government regulations and maintaining accurate records.
• Maintain thorough weekly maintenance logs.
• Execute seasonal grounds duties, such as lawn cutting and snow removal.
• Undertake suite painting, general carpentry, and plumbing repairs as needed.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations, demonstrating swift and appropriate action.
• Attend LutherCare Communities planning meetings as required.
• Apply problem-solving skills within established policies and procedures.
• Assist with annual inspections and service contracts.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and external parties.
• Adhere to LutherCare Communities' Policies and Procedures.
• Complete additional job-related tasks delegated by the Manager.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Valid Fireman's Certificate required within 3 months of employment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in computer and electronic devices (TV and internet).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong command of English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain composed during emergencies and take decisive action.
• Openness and adaptability to change.
• Demonstrates initiative and independence consistently.
• Sound understanding of boiler, elevator, building, and fire codes, including fire evacuation procedures.
• Familiarity with safe operation and maintenance of hand/power tools and grounds keeping equipment.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, painting, plumbing, and grounds keeping.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills, even in the face of interruptions.
• Capacity to take direction and collaborate within a team.
• Physically fit and capable of performing job duties.
• Willingness to participate in weekly on-call rotation.

Join Our Diverse and Inclusive Team:

At LutherCare Communities, we believe in the power of diversity, and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Application Process:

Applicants must provide a criminal background check, including the vulnerable sector search, prior to employment.

Ready to embark on this fulfilling journey with us? Apply today and become a part of our family, where your compassion and skills will make a world of difference in the lives of those we serve. 

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