Permanent Interim Janitor (Full-time) - Elmwood Place

Job Description

Qualifications

• Must have experience in maintenance, electrical, plumbing, painting, and
  general repairs.
• Maintenance courses are preferred.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical building systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot building maintenance problems and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Repair and replace plumbing fixtures, faucets, valves, drains, and related components.
• Perform permitted minor electrical work, including replacement of lighting components, switches, receptacles, and other fixtures.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, hinges, cabinets, drywall, walls, and other building components.
• Perform painting, surface preparation, drywall repair, patching, caulking, sealing, and general finishing work.
• Inspect mechanical rooms, building equipment, and building systems, identify deficiencies, and document findings.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely to perform maintenance, adjustments, and installations.
• Complete scheduled preventive-maintenance work orders and maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties as required, including cleaning common areas, offices, hallways, and washrooms; removing garbage and waste; restocking supplies; cleaning and disinfecting surfaces; and maintaining assigned areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Assist the Manager with maintenance, housekeeping, inspections, supply management, and other operational duties as required.
• Work additional hours when required to support maintenance operations, housekeeping coverage, emergencies, or other operational needs.
• Important: The position is subject to permanent changes in days and hours of work according to the home's needs.

Physical / Other Requirements

• Able to lift with assistance 160 lb.
• Able to lift a maximum of 50 lb independently.
• Able to push/pull 100 lb independently.
• Able to carry/transport objects up to 25 lb.
• Able to stretch, reach, bend, and stoop regularly throughout the shift.
• Current and clear criminal record check from a Canadian Police Information Centre, including a vulnerable sector check completed within the last 6 months.

Time Type:

Full time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.​

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We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

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Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.​

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.​

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [email protected].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.