Maintenance Assistant

• Responsible for completing all maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• Perform general maintenance duties such as:

• Fixing wall coverings

• Fixing floor coverings

• Repairing furniture and fixtures

• Performing basic plumbing work

• Performing minor electrical repairs

• Repairing appliances

• Assist with painting and refurbishing projects.

• Perform minor building and equipment repairs.

• Conduct routine maintenance on all Sunrise vehicles as assigned.

• Maintain all tools and repair parts.

• Participate in all fire drills and in the community's disaster preparedness program.

• Assist with working on heating and air conditioning systems.

• Assist with work on domestic water systems and pumps.

• Assist with work on refrigeration systems, motors, fans, electrical systems, and emergency generators.

• Perform routine preventative maintenance as directed by supervisor and according to safety regulations.

• Perform carpet and hard surface floor maintenance.

• Perform deep cleaning and resident suite 'make ready' rooms as assigned.

• Assist with housekeeping functions as needed.

• Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements, promoting Risk Management programs and policies, and adhering to safety rules and regulations.

• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Lockout Tagout procedures, and infection control guidelines.

• Ensure any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are always kept out of the way.

• Maintain equipment and supplies to avoid waste, damage to areas and equipment, and to prevent accidents.

• Review, reads, notate, and initial the Building Management Platform to document and learn about pertinent information and actions required.

• Practice positive resident relations and direct resident or family member feedback to supervisor.

• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information.

• Assist in driving the community vehicle and/or bus as assigned.

• Participate as a member of a team and commits to working toward team goals.

• Demonstrate in daily interactions with others, our Team Member Credo.

• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.

• Contribute to the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.

• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Monthly Department, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Supervisor/Department Coordinator.

• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities

• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication

• Competent in organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

• One (1) year maintenance and/or housekeeping experience preferred

• Technical school education preferred

• Demonstrates a general understanding of systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical and code compliance

• Maintains a current applicable driver's license to drive Sunrise vehicles provided with an acceptable driving record in accordance with applicable regulations and Sunrise policy

• Completion of Driver Training may be required and/or certificates available per regulations and laws as applicable

• Possess a general understanding of OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act, fire prevention, and life and safety regulations

• Ability to respond to emergency calls outside of scheduled work hours

• Demonstration of proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) and Sunrise applications with the ability to learn new applications

• As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must review and sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
• Some benefits have eligibility requirements

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