Maintenance Worker Contract

The Contract Maintenance Worker has specific responsibility for the maintenance and physical condition of properties that make up the Ecuhome portfolio. The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring that the physical conditions of Ecuhome properties are maintained to Ecuhome standards and in accordance with all municipal and provincial housing/building regulations. The Maintenance Worker is also responsible for providing maintenance service to tenants in a manner that promotes quality of life.

Property Maintenance:

Responsible for maintaining the quality of Ecuhome's housing including:

Carrying out all required maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks as assigned including, performing basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, janitorial and mechanical repairs

Clean-up and preparation of rooms to Ecuhome standards prior to tenant occupancy

Keeping up-to-date with all safety, fire and building code requirements and all other relevant legislative requirements

Completing monthly fire and other inspections

Regularly observing condition of houses/buildings and reporting any issues of concern to the Property and Maintenance Coordinator

Participating as part of the maintenance team in identifying preventative and on-going maintenance needs

Ensuring that established standards and guidelines are properly adhered to, such as, Fire and Building Codes, Health and Safety etc.

Preventative Maintenance:

Responsible for preventative maintenance activities including:

Working with tenants and Housing Support Workers to ensure Ecuhome houses and the surrounding properties are maintained in a manner that promotes the quality of life for tenants

Making regular inspections of grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances and major equipment

Emergency Maintenance:

Responsible for carrying the after hours emergency pager as scheduled

Assessing emergency situations, responding to calls as necessary and recommending action to be taken to the Coordinator

Maintaining knowledge of the location of power, water and gas turnoffs and fire extinguishers in all Ecuhome properties

Health and Safety:

Comply with in Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ecuhome’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must have a reliable vehicle

High school graduate

Minimum of 2 years experience in the maintenance of multi-unit residential settings

Minimum of 2 years experience in routine maintenance and semi-skilled repairs in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general maintenance

Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills including verbal and written English communication skills

Working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and codes governing housing/building safety

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to positively interact with a tenant population where mental health and addictions challenges are present

This position is in the bargaining unit.

Job Type: Contract for six (6)months, Full Time, Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Salary: $43,378.40 (2026 rate)

Vehicle Allowance: $525.00 per month for time worked (A vehicle is required)

Location: Properties in the old City of Toronto

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Ecuhome is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities, promoting equal access to our programs, supports and services and identifying and removing any internal, systemic barriers to inclusion in all Ecuhome operations. Please advise human resources should you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

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