Maintenance Worker

Core Outcomes

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of inside and outside the building including gardening, landscaping, pest control, etc.
• Coordinate / assist in routine ground maintenance, parking areas, driveways, etc by cutting, trimming, sweeping, etc.
• Schedule and oversee sub-contract inspections and work with the General Manager on recommendations.
• Coordinate and/or perform routine and minor repair of all building and equipment including plumbing, drywall repair, carpentry, mechanical, etc (Major repairs typically performed by contractors)
• Monitor and as necessary replace/repair lighting fixtures, call lights, exit lights, parking lot and outside facility lighting, etc.
• Complete and/or review daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and ensure accurate and current records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance Check Sheets and Schedules are followed and provide recommendations for revision to appropriate Management.
• Schedule job activities so they can be accomplished with the work day; prioritize activities appropriately.
• Respond to / coordinate emergency maintenance requests as required.
• Coordinates and assists with renovation / remodelling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall; painting.
• Perform / coordinate outside custodial duties such as snow and ice removal from walkway.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate temperatures of all heating and cooling thermostats.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems within compliance and as specified by the manufacturer.
• Perform, document, and follow up on regular visual checks of all rooms, including storage and boiler rooms for ceiling leaks.
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns as instructed.
• Provide recommendations and obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; order parts as needed and approved.
• May be required to perform housekeeping duties in high places and in mechanical areas.

Resident Safety

• Perform all duties in a manner in which resident safety is the focus.
• Report any unsafe activities that may cause harm or injury a resident.
• Educate other co-workers/colleagues on the proper safety techniques when there is a possibility of endangering a resident.
• Observe and correct any unsafe behavior demonstrated by the residents.
• Promote health & safety awareness at all times to all employees, residents, and families.
• Ensure compliance of rules and regulations for safe work practices, identifies, corrects and/or reports unsafe working conditions; effectively use identified hazards or unsafe practices as a learning experience and training opportunity for self and others.
• Participate in staff meetings, safety, PIR, and other committees, and quality improvement activities.
• Receive direction from and participate in corporate initiatives regarding safety and PIR.
• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions (eg. Grease/oil spills, excess supplies, and equipment etc).
• Attend and participate in in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs.
• Ensure training of self and others as appropriate is received in Building Operations, Fire and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, WHMIS, and general safety.
• Maintain knowledge and demonstrate compliance of AgeCare and community policies and procedures.
• Reports any injury of self or others to supervisor immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, with good understanding of boiler and furnace systems.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

Experience

• Prior experience with plumbing, mechanical systems, painting, and general maintenance.
• Prior experience in working supervisory role a definite asset.

Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Demonstrates respect of clients’ rights and individuality.
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to strict confidentiality and privacy of information policies.
• High energy, team player; promotes a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate appropriate channels and methods of communication.
• Ability to deal with team members, clients and families with respect, tact, and sensitivity.
• Ability to multi-task and remain flexible in ability and hours within a demanding environment.
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be knowledgeable of safe maintenance practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel with demonstrated appropriate and effective balance between supervisory functions and tasks requiring hands on approach.
• Ability to minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment.

Physical Demands

• Job requires a significant amount of sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, and transferring.
• Ladder and scaffolding usage.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 20 kg.
• Frequently lifts objects up to 10 kg.
• Constantly lifts objects up to 5 kg.
• Frequent walking, standing, pushing, and pulling of arm and leg controls.
• Constantly pushing and pulling of arm controls while seated.
• Frequent eye hand coordination.
• Fine motor tasks & finger dexterity.
• Frequent gross motor skills.
• Must be able to balance and handle physically and mentally demanding situations; demands and conflicting priorities in the workplace.
• Required to mentally & physically adjust work demands to the individual situation.

Health and Safety Risks

• Lifting and moving objects, working with equipment, climbing ladders. o Significant degree of sitting, walking, standing and written work. Strain on shoulders, neck and back.
• Awareness of repetitive strain injuries.
• Exposure to stressful situations in the workplace.
• Exposure to noise, dust, hot water, fumes from paint, exposure to electrical shock, potential exposure to asbestos.
• Exposure to illnesses common to communal living environments (Influenza, colds, GI illnesses, other bacteria & viruses).
• Plants and animals.
• Environmental
• Slippery floors, working alone (or in isolation) and traveling to external meetings.
• None.

Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Is responsible for own health and safety by complying with all policies and procedures.
• Participate in the Occupational Health and Safety Program.
• Attend health and safety training and education sessions.
• Report all incidents, injuries, and illness to Supervisor immediately.
• Report all substandard practices, conditions, and potential hazards.
• Work within the Occupational Health & Safety Legislation: specific job responsibilities, daily identification of hazards and controls as required.
• Complies with H&S documentation (Hazard ID forms, including Near Misses; Employee Unusual Incident Investigation Reports); the use of PPE (gloves, gowns, masks).
• Ensure equipment is maintained in good working order.
• Use and operate equipment in a safe and proper manner and for the intended purpose, according to policies and procedures, telephone, resident care equipment mechanical lifts, tubs, bathing supplies & equipment; medication carts, care carts, Dining Room chairs and feeding tables, wheelchairs, Broda chairs, walkers, vital sign equipment (blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, thermometer), feeding utensils & dishes.
• Refuse unsafe work.

Hours of work: 8am-4pm (Tuesday & Thursday)

In an effort to further protect our vulnerable residents as well as other employees and volunteers, AgeCare requires all new employees to produce a clear Vulnerable Record Search prior to starting work.

Work Location: AgeCare Mount Ida Mews

Address: 100 5th Avenue Southeast Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4H4

FTE: 0.40

Employment Type: Regular Part Time

Salary: $27.10 per hour