Building Maintenance Worker - Ottawa, Canada - The Ottawa Mission

The Ottawa Mission

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB TITLE:
MAINTENANCE WORKER

REPORTS TO:
MANAGER OF CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

DEPARTMENT:
MAINTENANCE

JOB LEVEL:
NON-MANAGEMENT

Core Purpose & Mission Statement

The Core Purpose of the Ottawa Mission is to reflect Jesus' love in serving the homeless, the hungry, and the lost.

Our Mission is to provide food, shelter, clothing and skills, and offer healing, faith and hope for building a wholesome life

Vision & Values

Our Vision is that all the hurting, hungry and lost in Ottawa find HOPE, HEALING & HOME

Our Values are Faith first, Excellence in All, Respect & Dignity

Position Purpose
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the daily upkeep, maintenance, repair, construction and renovations of
The Ottawa Mission's buildings.

He/she will be required to do a variety of tasks from framing, dry walling, painting, etc., to basic plumbing, basic electrical and a variety of repair work.

He/she will be responsible for all building maintenance and preventative maintenance. The Maintenance Worker will be part of the on-call roster.

Major Responsibilities

Repair equipment, furniture, fixture or other physical items within The Ottawa Mission's premises
Repair plumbing or carpentry items, paint walls, doors, windows, furniture, etc. as required
Build, repair or alter walls, partitions, doors, windows, floors and any other items that are damaged or nonfunctional
Able to plan and execute projects or work orders with minimum supervision
Assist in the maintenance of fire safety equipment, boilers, air exchange units, building utilities, kitchen equipment and onsite security systems
Operate and maintain hand and power tools, woodworking and shop equipment; keep equipment clean and operational at all times
Pickup, deliver and maintain and goods and supplies required to perform maintenance tasks.
Adhere to all Health and Safety
Provide oncall emergency response within the facility as required
Other related duties as required / assigned by supervisor

Other Requirements

Education

Secondary School Diploma required
College Diploma in a recognized Trade considered an asset

Experience

Minimum one year as a tradesman or trades helper with experience in construction and renovations with a willingness to learn new skills.

Qualifications

Possess analytical and problem solving skills
Good verbal communication skills
Experience and good working knowledge of shop equipment and hand tools, including power tools
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Ability to maintain long periods of varied physical activity: walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, lifting, stooping, squatting and lying down to access tight or awkward spaces.
Ability to climb ladders and comfortable working with heights (4 storey rooftops)
Ability to maintain an atmosphere of courtesy and respect towards clients, staff and volunteers
Comfortable working in a faithbased environment whose values are acceptance, respect, compassion, integrity and independence
Flexibility in work hours
Knowledge of personal Health and Safety regulations; WHMIS certification / Fall Protection Certification considered an asset
Class "G" driver's license considered an asset

Working Conditions

High degree of physical activity involving various activities: walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, lifting, stooping, squatting and sometimes lying down to access tight or awkward spaces

Heights

Four (4) storey rooftops
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to move heavy furniture and/or equipment
High degree of physical activity involving various activities: walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, lifting, stooping, squatting and sometimes lying down to access tight or awkward spaces
Must be comfortable working in a challenging environment that has the potential for confrontation and/or exposure to violence

We thank all interested applicants, however, due to the volume of resumés we receive, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST

THE OTTAWA MISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From $25.00 per hour

Benefits: