Maintenance Helper - Casual

Requisition ID: 377998 

City: Winnipeg

Site: Simkin Centre

Work Location:

Department / Unit: Maintenance 

Job Stream: Non-Clinical 

Union: CUPE

FTE: 0 

Anticipated Shift: Days

Annual Base Hours:

Salary: $20.284

Welcome to our home. Above all else, that’s what The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is—a home. It’s a sparkling, 200-bed facility in south Winnipeg where people who can no longer live independently come to live their remaining years in dignity and with professional care, in a robust and friendly social environment steeped in Yiddishkeit.

The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre is a not-for-profit, government-funded facility that honours Jewish values and traditions while welcoming seniors of all backgrounds.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Maintenance of grounds including lawn, trees, hedges, shrubs, vines and flower beds.
• Plans and orders of seeds, plants, etc.
• Maintains all outdoor power equipment, garden tools, sprinkler systems, barbeques and patio furniture.
• Carpentry, repairs, drywall patching and painting.
• Adjusts and repairs door locks, hinges, windows and frames.
• Removal of garbage from outdoor areas.
• Ensures entrances and exits are cleared of snow and ice and sanded.
• Member of the Fire Response Team, as applicable.
• Assists maintenance staff as directed by the Support Services Supervisor.
• Provides assistance and guidance to the Green Team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Knowledge and training in areas of plumbing, electrical, heating, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, drywall installation and painting would be an asset.
• A valid driver’s license.  

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in commercial maintenance services in a healthcare environment would be considered an assetDemonstrated strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.

• Knowledge of Workplace Safety & Health practices.

• Knowledge of WHMIS.

OTHER

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.