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Maintenance Coodinator

  • Bible Hill, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Full-time
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1-2 years’ experience in construction or building maintenance
Posting language
English
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Original job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Maintenance Coordinator to join our Vimy Court team based in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Life, travel, and other insurances
  • Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
  • RRSP program (5% employer matching)
  • Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

  • Performs general maintenance duties and scheduled preventive maintenance work on physical facilities, equipment and grounds.
  • Performs general repair work on structures and equipment (responds to maintenance requests).
  • Assembles, moves, delivers, sets up and picks up furniture and equipment.
  • Performs general repair work on structures, patches & paints any damaged walls;
  • Assists the Plant, Building & Safety Manager in the inspection of buildings, grounds and equipment; carries out preventive maintenance program actions;
  • Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and to process work orders;
  • Requests necessary materials, supplies, parts and tools required and maintains control of storage and use.
  • Performs and documents internal and external inspections and audits.
  • Accesses PM Worx program for Preventive Maintenance schedules and processes work orders through the same program.
  • Participates in emergency (disaster) plan and mock disaster exercises.
  • Works in conjunction with Shannex fire and safety policies to help train staff in fire safety techniques; schedules fire drills and evaluates performance effectiveness.
  • Takes every precaution that is reasonable in the circumstances to ensure the health and safety of employees, residents and all others in the workplace.
  • Additional duties as required.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

  • A High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education
  • 1-2 years’ experience in construction or building maintenance
  • Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
  • Advanced Proficiency in English required, other languages considered an asset
  • Certification in Carpentry, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Plumbing or Electrical trades considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of blueprint reading considered an asset.
  • You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
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Responsibilities

Perform general repairs and scheduled preventive maintenance on buildings, equipment, and grounds, and manage related work orders, materials, and inspections. Support workplace safety and emergency preparedness by helping train staff in fire safety, scheduling drills, and participating in disaster exercises.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of construction or building maintenance experience are required, along with knowledge of WHMIS and occupational health and safety legislation. Advanced English proficiency and a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening are required; relevant trade certification and blueprint-reading knowledge are assets.

Skills

  • General Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Building Repairs
  • Carpentry
  • Painting
  • Equipment Setup And Handling
  • Work Order Processing
  • PM Worx
  • Blueprint Reading
  • WHMIS
  • Occupational Health And Safety
  • Fire Safety
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Inspection And Auditing
  • Inventory And Materials Control
  • English Proficiency

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee And Family Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Virtual Healthcare
  • RRSP With 5% Employer Matching
  • Vacation Accrual
  • Free Onsite Parking
  • Employee Discounts
  • Continuing Education And Training
  • Recognition And Rewards

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Security & Safety
  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • Building Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Construction
  • Physical Facilities
  • Equipment Repair
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Work Orders
  • PM Worx
  • WHMIS
  • Occupational Health And Safety Legislation
  • Carpentry
  • Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical Trades
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Fire Safety
  • Fire Drills
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Disaster Exercises
  • Inspections
  • Audits
  • Vulnerable Sector Screening
  • Healthcare
  • Senior Living

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