Job Description

Maintenance Assistant

Smith Creek Village, West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Full-Time

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you'll experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized.


We're seeking a

Maintenance Assistant

to join our team at

Smith Creek Village in West Kelowna

. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and reliable professional to contribute to the safety, comfort, and well-being of our residents by ensuring that our buildings, equipment, and grounds are well maintained.

About The Role

As the

Maintenance Assistant,

you'll be part of a dedicated team responsible for preventative maintenance, repairs, and timely responses to service requests. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform a variety of tasks, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, and equipment repairs. You'll also assist with groundskeeping, inspections, and recordkeeping, ensuring that all maintenance activities support a safe and welcoming environment for our residents and team members.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out preventative maintenance and respond to repair requests for buildings, grounds, and equipment. Install, maintain, and repair fixtures, furnishings, and building systems (carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor electrical). Service and repair equipment such as wheelchairs, lifts, washers, dryers, and small appliances. Perform grounds maintenance, including irrigation repair, power washing, and exterior upkeep. Maintain accurate records of repairs and preventative maintenance activities. Monitor stock levels of tools and supplies, informing the Maintenance Manager of purchasing needs. Ensure maintenance work and storage areas are clean, organized, and safe. Model Baptist Housing's values and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Skills Needed

Knowledge of maintenance best practices and safe work procedures. Skilled in carpentry, plumbing, painting, equipment repair, and basic electrical work. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, team members, and partners. Flexible, adaptable, and resilient with a collaborative mindset. Comfortable using computers and basic software for communication and reporting

Requirements

Training in building and systems maintenance. Minimum of 2 years of relevant maintenance experience. Physically able to perform the duties of the position.

About You

You're a dependable and practical problem-solver who enjoys keeping things running smoothly. You take pride in fixing what's broken, maintaining a safe environment, and making sure residents and team members can rely on well-cared-for facilities. You're approachable, respectful, and service-oriented, equally comfortable tackling tasks on your own or collaborating with others. You stay calm under pressure, adapt easily to changing priorities, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your work. Most importantly, you live out Baptist Housing's values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, Teamwork, and Fun in the way you serve others each day.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers $27.10 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package (Life, AD&D, LTD, Dental, and Extended Health Benefits) as outlined in the HEU agreement, beginning after successful completion of your probationary period. You'll also be welcomed into a warm and supportive team environment.

Baptist Housing Careers

Our Promise to You!

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means joining a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Why Work at Baptist Housing?

Meaningful Service

: Your work matters! You make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.

Supportive & Fun Community:

We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.

Recognition & Appreciation

: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs.



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