Facilities Worker - Kitchener, Canada - Carizon

Description

Monica Place, KW Counselling and Carizon Family and Community Services are planning to unify. As we begin to work more closely together, we are excited to share postings across all three organizations. The lead organization for this role is Carizon Family and Community Services.

Are you passionate about contributing to the community? Are you interested in working for an organization that helps families thrive by strengthening their mental health and wellbeing?


AGENCY OVERVIEW:
Carizon Family and Community Services helps families thrive in their communities by strengthening their mental health and wellbeing. Our vision is to inspire and facilitate Hope, Wellness, and Community through the uniquely tailored services we provide.

We deliver Children's Mental Health, Counselling, and Community Services that foster the health, skills, confidence, and resilience of every person we serve.

We believe that when we help families manage life's challenges and develop strategies to move forward, we create a healthy and vibrant community for all.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Facilities Worker shall provide general facilities and maintenance support based on the direction of the Manager of Facilities. The Facilities Worker will support multiple Carizon locations. This position requires an ability to positively accept demands and priorities which are continuously changing.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee organization's parking program which includes handing out parking passes, monitoring parking lots and volume, and giving parking tickets
• Assist Manager of Facilities with procurement of contracts and oversight of delivery of services
• Perform weekly/monthly inspections and document in log books
• Meet with contractors on site to provide support and access for scheduled service and repairs
• Assist with WHMIS documentation
• Perform general maintenance duties which includes painting, drywall, plumbing, minor electrical, and grounds work (summer and winter)
• Frequent travel between various Carizon sites across the Waterloo Region
• Prioritize competing demands/tasks and adjust workload accordingly
• To always perform work safely and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of High School. College diploma or completion of some courses in the skilled trades would be considered an asset
• At least two years of experience in facilities or maintenance position
• Good overall knowledge/skill in plumbing, electrical, small engines, carpentry, painting, mechanical and general repairs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and 100 lbs assisted.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees across the organization, and with contractors and service providers
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Uses creativity to solve problems
• Locksmith skills/knowledge
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when influencing and/or negotiating with others
• This position is physically demanding with regular walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Frequent use of tools and some machinery (i.e. lawn tractor, snow blower, hand tools, etc.)
• Must have a valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle, and $2 million in liability insurance
• Must be able to model and promote Carizon's vision, mission and values

DECISION MAKING:

• Ability to problem solve, manage time, deadlines and competing priorities
• Manager of Facilities should be informed and/or consulted on any major decisions or issues

INDEPENDENCE:

• Ability to regularly work independently is required
• Manager of Facilities is available for consultation and support

BUDGETS:

• Makes purchases within established budget limitations, following agency protocols and policies.

CONFIDENTIALITY:

• Limited access to confidential information
• The incumbent will be required to sign and abide by the agency's confidentiality agreement

LEADERSHIP & SUPERVISION:

• This position has no direct reports
• This position reports to the Manager of Facilities

INFLUENCING OTHERS:

• Courtesy, tact, and ability to negotiate with others is required

PHYSICAL SKILL & EFFORT:

• This position is physically demanding with regular walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Frequent use of tools and some machinery (i.e. lawn tractor, snow blower, hand tools, etc.)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and 100 lbs assisted
• Office and school environment

WORKING HOURS/CONDITIONS:

• Office and school environment

and some work within the community

• Frequent travel within the Region of Waterloo
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Satisfactory police background check is required
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

As we continue to be responsive to the changing needs of our communities, we acknowledge the historical and present-day
violence and systemic barr