Maintenance worker

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Maintenance Worker Responsibilities

• Inspect washroom plumbing for leaking fixtures or pipes
• Check Fire Exit signs in building replace any burnt-out bulbs
• Inspect all Fire Alarm pull stations for broken rods replace as required
• Inspect building perimeter for damage or vandalism
• Inspect all building glazing from outside
• Hose down outside area of property front sidewalk fenced compound and smoking areas
• Check Hostel and Residential area lighting replace bulbs as required
• Inspect all Dormitories and Hallways for paint and/or plaster damage (repair or paint as required)
• Test all washroom fixtures (repair as required
• Inspect and maintain all fire doors
• Courtyard areas clean remove garbage to garbage compound
• Assist with linens and garbage as required
• Complete work orders as assigned
• Assist Supervisor as required
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Perform any related duties as required by Property Manager

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to standards that are consistent with the values & philosophy of The Salvation Army and Toronto Housing and Homeless Support
• Participate fully and constructively in all Staff and Departmental meetings
• Engage in formal performance appraisals with Supervisor after the first 3 months of employment and annually thereafter
• Read and follow the Policy and Procedures Manual. Every employee must read (and sign that they have read) a copy of Hostel Standards & Guidelines (November 2002) and understand that they will be required to adhere to all guidelines in their dealings with Clients as well as with Staff and Administration
• Become familiar with the provisions of the Position Description & Operations Manual which will be provided for each Job Position
• As required and is applicable make suggestions that will improve efficiency working conditions or procedures to management
• Participate in authorized seminars and training sessions as requested
• Represent the Organization in a professional manner

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Internal:

• Work with Intake Workers to support building functioning.
• Works as part of Environmental Services Team
• Works with the Property Manager and the Housekeeping/Janitorial Supervisor

External:

• Supply Deliveries

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position reports directly to the Property Manager

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The hours of work are: Monday - Friday from 8am-4:30pm with an unpaid meal break.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED

• The performance of the job requires operating industrial testing equipment and tools painting/plastering bending/twisting/lifting occasional ladder work and fine motor skills.
• The incumbent is required to lift more than 30 pounds

CONCENTRATION REQUIRED

• The performance of the job requires moderate to high attention when using motorized equipment handling hazardous chemicals and using non-motorized/general equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbents work environment is typically in the entire facility and surrounding property designated.

The Incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:

• Handle Garbage
• Isolation and monotony
• Odours
• Dealing with angry people
• Verbal abuse
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Various Weather conditions
• Washrooms (i.e. human waste)

EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS

The incumbent may be exposed to the risk of moderate to severe injury or illness due to:

• Physical attacks by others
• Exposure to infectious diseases
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Moving Objects
• Sharp Objects (i.e. needle pricks)
• Electrical Hazards
• Repetitive strain injuries (e.g. back wrist)

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Adhere to the agencys Health and Safety Program
• Report accidents/injuries/workplace hazards in a timely manner
• Conduct facility security/safety rounds on a regular basis according to policy
• Adhere to all Health and Safety Policies of the agency

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• More than three months but less than one-year prior related experience including life skills and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures
• Public School and/or High School Graduate
• An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable
• A police reference check for the vulnerable sector not older than 6 months that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.