Job Description

Position: Maintenance Worker

Position Profile:

The building maintenance worker will maintain all common areas of CUMFI's Homes/Program spaces, units, and/or Head office, including both indoor and outdoor spaces. This position conducts regular site inspections to determine areas that need attention and then performs the tasks to completion. You will perform various forms of work, such as drywall repair, replace sink taps or shower faucets, repair or install a door, paint a suite, etc. The building maintenance person is often required to be on call for nights and weekends in case of emergencies. _______________________________________________________________________

Position Reporting:

This position reports to the Director of Housing and is held accountable to President/Chief Executive Officer.

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Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Repair damages in suites such as taps/cartridges, door closure adjustments, fuses in stoves, changing of locks, repair linoleum/carpets and other flooring, such as baseboards, and closets

Ensure dryer vents and all vents are open and cleaned

Constructing and installation of window screens

Repair doors/door frames, hinges and handsets

Unplug toilets/sinks and bathtubs

Patch/paint holes in all walls both in suites and common areas

Ensure that maintenance room is clean, well-stocked with maintenance material(s) and kept locked at all times

Inspection of all buildings inside and outside on a weekly basis

Inspection of all suites on a quarterly basis

Repair drywall and/or paint suites and common areas

Move heavy furniture, equipment, garbage, and supplies, both inside and outside

Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on appliances

Maintenance and repair of plumbing, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems

Maintain appropriate service and repair records

Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment (up to 50 lbs unassisted), bending, standing, climbing, or walking

Other Duties assigned by your Supervisor/Director

CORE COMPETENCIES

Program Awareness and Focus:

Must have knowledge and understanding of First Nation and Metis cultures. Works respectfully within a diverse environment and respects confidentiality.

Team-Orientation:

Must be committed to being a team player, encouraging the efforts of others and working to meet team goals. Must possess effective conflict resolution skills. Committed to fostering effective teamwork, both within the organization and between the organization and its stakeholders.

Communication:

Must be able to convey information and opinions to diverse audiences in both verbal and written contexts with clarity and conciseness. Expresses with honesty, with clarity, and constructively. Maintains open and positive communications with others, exhibiting effective listening skills.

Leadership:

Must be willing to share areas of competence with others. Must show personal leadership within the position through setting priorities, meeting timelines, and continuously improving the function.

Strategic Thinking/Problem Solving:

Must be a strategic thinker/problem-solver with the ability to anticipate challenges, determine required outcomes and use innovative approaches to develop supportive systems with clients and supports. Must be willing to participate in the ongoing change process required of a member-driven organization that values the community.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, supplemented by completion of a trade school apprenticeship program that includes theory and on-the-job work.

Criminal Record Check

Valid Saskatchewan Drivers License

Reliable vehicle (preferably a truck) is required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:

Saskatoon, SK S7M 2K5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person