Maintenance Worker - Full Time

Taylor View Towers is large, modern, and attractive and geared to residents’ comfort and enjoyment.  Our community is in the north-central part of the city of Red Deer. Southview Tower has 5 floors & Northview Tower has 6 floors of community living.

Our mission is to provide an enriching resident living experience in Central Alberta, by delivering compassionate care, fostering meaningful connections, and creating an environment where residents thrive in a vibrant, purposeful living, supported by a dedicated and passionate team. 

We are seeking candidates interested in Full Times Days with a 4 on 2 off rotation

As a Maintenance Worker at Taylor View Towers, we seek the following skills and attributes:

• Commitment to Person Directed Care approaches and familiar with the Eden Alternative Philosophy and the Domains of Well-Being
• Strong internal and external stakeholder relationship building skills with Residents, family members to ensure the vibrancy of our community
• Flexible and a willing to modify services for the overall good of the Residents and Community
• Demonstrates an awareness of accident and injury prevention; adheres to safe work practices and procedures
• Providing services in a manner that demonstrates the principles of appropriate choice, dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values
• An ability to move freely lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortably stoop, kneel while following proper protocols
• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling holes in walls
• Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
• Install appliances and equipment
• Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash
• Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g., ventilation)
• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g., fire alarm)
• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations
• Co-ordinate and assist if required in the Move In/Move Out/Orientation process for Residents
• Ensuring that services are provided in accordance with best practices, our Well-Being Strategies, quality improvement guidelines, and regulations/standards
• Strives to attain excellence in Care Partner satisfaction of the maintenance services through ongoing solicitation, surveys, and measurement of feedback
• Makes improvements in the overall coordination of the Community's maintenance services
• Being a team builder, active listener, and an important resource to our community
• Engaging Care Partners in aspects of maintenance experiences, helping everyone become well-known to one another
• Assisting with daily life within the Community, as needed, such as supporting spontaneous activities, and leading Learning Circles
• Coordinate and assist if required in the Move In/Move Out/Orientation process for Residents
• Performs other services/duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Trades certification, handyman training and RFP Building Operations training are assets
• Advance drywall repair and painting experience required
• HVAC experience an asset
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation and WHMIS are assets
• 3-5+ years' experience in maintenance services required
• Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in building maintenance, grounds work and repair
• Mechanical aptitude to work on a variety of amenities and equipment

Why join our community?

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity for personal and professional growth
• We provide an approach to care that supports the WHOLE person, that upholds their right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment, and possibility. *Read more about our philosophy https://www.edenalt.org/
• Life, Health & Dental benefits along with Health Spending Account, RRSP program with employer maximum % matching (All permanent employees with 24 hours+ qualify for benefits & RRSP)

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