Maintenance Worker - Permanent Full Time

Full-time Permanent

Maintenance

31.7605 to $32.4712 per hour
Per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

The General Maintenance Person is responsible for carrying out daily inspections of the hospital as outlined, reporting, and performing maintenance work that includes installation, repair, and troubleshooting of various equipment and systems. This position touches many areas including but not limited to plumbing, minor electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and equipment, drywall, painting, carpentry, and others.

2 weeks paid vacation

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Post-secondary education in building or technical trades an asset
Minimum of 2 years recent experience in minor carpentry, drywall repair and/or installation, painting, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical projects (including HVAC equipment and building control systems)
Mathematical aptitude to compute arithmetic calculations in testing, installing, and estimating
Familiar with the operation of boilers and boiler water treatment
Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity to ensure safe handling of all tools/equipment, colour vision to recognize coding, and hearing ability to recognize sounds for identification of malfunctions
Ability to handle a variety of changing duties resulting from the complexities of electrical apparatus and equipment, prioritize work assignments, and respond quickly in emergency situations
Adaptability to work in situations involving exposure to high voltage wiring, heights, environmental conditions such as heat, humidity and cold
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Safety training in lockout procedures and hot works an asset

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.
We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993).