Employment - General Maintenance Worker
General Maintenance Worker
L'Arche Cape Breton
Full-Time Permanent
Weekdays
Description
L’Arche Cape Breton is seeking a reliable and skilled General Maintenance Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Property Coordinator to perform routine maintenance, repairs, and improvements to our property, buildings, and vehicles.
· Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and improvements to buildings, grounds, and equipment.
· Respond to urgent repair needs and prioritize tasks accordingly.
· Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
· Liaise appropriate tradespeople when needed
· Fulfilling tasks such as painting, minor carpentry, and finishings
· Groundskeeping and landscaping
· Supervised by the Property Coordinator and collaborates with other staff members to ensure proactive upkeep and maintenance procedures are in place
· Maintain records of maintenance activities, including work orders and inventory management
· Transports equipment, furniture, and supplies. Operates a motor vehicle to pick up and move goods and supplies. Arranges furniture for special events.
· Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards
Requirements:
· 3+ years of experience in maintenance and repair work
· Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
· Physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy objects
· Valid driver's license
Ideal Qualities and Qualifications:
· Have an openness to the vision and mission of L’Arche, and of L’Arche Cape Breton in particular, and live these values both inside and outside the community.
· Takes pride in the appearance and quality of L’Arche Cape Breton’s properties and takes initiative to ensure they are well-maintained.
· Strong practical skills and ability to work with various tools and equipment. Ability to work safely and efficiently, following all safety protocols and regulations.
· Ability to accurately assess a problem and understand the appropriate response
· Effective problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Good communication skills
How To Apply
L'Arche Cape Breton will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Apply to Hilary LeBlanc with resume, three references and a letter of interest to: office@larchecapebreton.org
Email Address: office@larchecapebreton.org Apply here
Intended Audience
This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.
Location Information
- Community
- Iron Mines
- County
- Inverness County
- Province
- Nova Scotia
- Country
- Canada
Opportunity Information
- Employer
- L'Arche Cape Breton
- NOC Code
- Social and community service workers (42201)
- Experience Required
- Yes
- Available Openings
- 0
- Pay Type
- Hourly
- Pay Period
- Bi-Weekly
- Remuneration Per Pay Period
- $2322.40/bi-weekly (to be negotiated)
- Estimated Weekly Hours
- 40.00
- Start Date
- July 1st 2025
- End Date
- —
- Language
- English
- Language Proficiency Level
- Posted on
- July 16th 2020
- Expires
- June 13th 2025