Maintenance Worker (Trades) - Facilities

Maintenance Worker (Trades) - Facilities

Job Description

Posted Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Wood's Homes is a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. Are you a passionate and dedicated individual interested in making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families? Are you committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diverse voices at every level? Then we want you to join the Wood's Homes team.

We’re looking for one (1) Maintenance Worker to join our team!

Job Summary

Reporting to the Lead Hand, the Maintenance Worker: Trades is responsible for maintenance services on buildings, grounds and vehicles owned by Wood's Homes. The Maintenance Worker: Trades will demonstrate due diligence in being exceptional in the delivery of high-quality services and in meeting the requirements of the Health and Safety Management System at Wood’s Homes.

Accountabilities and Competencies

• Ability to problem solve, find, and implement efficiencies in both day to day and long-range facility needs and planning
• Good organizational skills
• Strong relationship building skills; high EQ.
• Informed and empowered decision maker.
• Due diligence in meeting all Health and Safety management System requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance as required.
• Performs carpentry work - repairing windows and screens, minor repairs to furniture, building renovations and modifications.
• Performs minor plumbing tasks.
• Performs electrical repair work in maintaining small motors and appliances; replaces fuses and light bulbs.
• Requisitions and maintains supplies of materials required for maintenance and caretaker services.
• Arranges for servicing, maintenance, or repair work, as required, for all Wood’s Homes buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Performs or arranges for vehicle maintenance, routine servicing, and cleaning.
• Completes all required health and safety training
• Reports workplace hazards, unsafe or unhealthy conditions, or incidents (including near misses, injuries, or equipment damage) to their direct supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, sitting, kneeling
• Transporting and lifting equipment
• Travel throughout Wood's Homes locations and Programs

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of grade ten (10) and is a recognized trade journeyman.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in maintenance or trade field; candidates with proven plumbing experience will be strongly preferred.

Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. Should you need accommodation during the interview please inform your contact prior to the interview and let them know what you require. We offer competitive pay, great health and pension benefits, and a supportive and inclusive workplace environment with plenty of opportunities for professional growth. Bring your unique strengths, skills and passion to Wood’s Homes. Please visit us at www.woodshomes.ca for complete information about and our organization.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.