About Bethany
Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit
providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with
disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care
focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our
residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age
well.
Why Bethany?
We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits,
retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. We are committed to
employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people
because they are the reason for our success.
For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany
[https://youtu.be/jiLJV9tqYCo].
About the Role
Bethany is seeking an energetic and customer-focused Maintenance Worker I to
join our team. Under the leadership of the Maintenance Supervisor and as part of
a team of rotating operators, you will be responsible to ensure the building and
grounds are secured for the safety of residents, families and staff by adhering
to health and safety practices and procedures. This position is primarily based
at our Didsbury site, occasional travel to our sites in Red Deer and Sylvan Lake
will be required.
What You Will Do
- Repair and maintain hardware, fixtures, furnishings, carpet and flooring as
required
- Prepare and paint rooms efficiently; painting experience required
- Ensure greenspaces are well maintained, working with contractors when
required
- Respond to emergency situations such as fire, power outage, or water damage
in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Respond to routine inquiries and repair requests in resident rooms and common
areas (e.g., changing light bulbs)
- Assist with general maintenance requests and moves furniture as required
- Submit written reports of action taken when responding to situations with
residents, building and system changes
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all occupational health and safety and
emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures and resident
safety as would be impacted by the Maintenance Department
- Perform minor plumbing and equipment repairs, maintain phone systems, HVAC,
boiler operations, and door security systems
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in surface preparation
and painting, carpentry, minor electrical work, plumbing, and heating systems
including boilers. An interest in pursuing a Power Engineering apprenticeship is
considered an asset.
What You Will Bring
- Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
- 1 year maintenance experience, preferably in a hospital or large facility
environment
- Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
- Must demonstrate an acceptable level of reading, writing, and comprehension
of English language skills.
- Proficiency with computers is required, including the ability to operate
automation systems and activate resident cable boxes.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize various demands
- Must have a working knowledge of fire codes, building codes, and general
safety regulations
- On call availability, Flexibility for reallocation to different sites as
needed
Position Information:
• Posting Number: 25-9179
• Position Number: MW-DB52-001
• Location: Bethany Didsbury (primary location), with occasional travel to
CollegeSide (Red Deer) and Sylvan Lake. A per kilometre rate is paid for travels
to Red Deer and Sylvan Lake as per Bethany Policy.
• Classification: Maintenance Worker
• FTE: 1.00
• Non-Union/Union: Non-Union
• Department/Unit(s): Maintenance
• Position Type: Permanent Full Time
• Shift and Hours of Work: Days (Monday to Friday - 0800-1615). This position
includes participation in a paid on-call rotation, with coverage required
approximately one weekend out of every four.
• Hours Per Shift: 7.75 hours
• Shift Per Cycle: 10 shifts in a 2-week cycle and On Call Rotation
• Position Start Date: As soon as possible
• Posting End Date: Until filled
How to Apply:
Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?
INTERNAL APPLICANTS Internal applicants must utilize
their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role;
failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.
Apply Online at: http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/
[http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/] by submitting your resume and cover
letter.
Please note this competition may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.
All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move
forward will be contacted.
Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and
provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.
Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and
Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are
consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job
competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.
