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About the Role

The Salvation Army is seeking a Maintenance Worker to ensure the proper functioning and upkeep of its facilities and property, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for clients and staff.

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
• Clean courtyard areas – 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
• 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
• Understand and adhere to Hostel Standards & Guidelines
• Become familiar with the provisions of the Position Description & Operations Manual
• 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
• Work with Intake Workers to support building functioning
• Work as part of Environmental Services Team
• Work with the Property Manager and the Housekeeping/ Janitorial Supervisor
• Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Adhere to the agency’s 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

Requirements

• More than three months but less than one-year, prior related experience, including life skills, and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures
• A police reference check for the vulnerable sector, not older than 6 months, that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army

Skills

• Operating industrial testing equipment and tools
• Painting/plastering
• Bending/twisting/lifting
• Occasional ladder work
• Fine motor skills
• Moderate to high attention when using motorized equipment
• Handling hazardous chemicals
• Using non-motorized/general equipment

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Less than 1 year

Education Level

• Public School and/or High School Graduate
• Alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable

Salary/Compensations

• $25.28 to $25.65 with a maximum of $26.01

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodation upon request

About the Company

• 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 shelter.
• In 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.
• 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.