Building and Maintenance Operator

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career as an Building and Maintenance Operatorat the brand new Parkland at the Common lifestyle residence opening this Fall in Halifax Nova Scotia.

Rising above the iconic corner of Robie and QuinpoolParkland at the Commonis an elegant 25-storey community that combines the richness of Halifaxs West End with an elevated living experience for older adults seeking the very best in urban living.

Residents and visitors will be wowed by exceptional personalized service delivered by a full complement of hospitality-minded team members who enjoy unique perksperhaps none more enticing than Parkland at the Commons highly accessible location and city skyline views. From the heated indoor pool to valet parking a full-service salon and spa multiple chef-prepared dining venues and more this community offers a seamless blend of beauty and function that delights at every turn.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  Life travel and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
  RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension.
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
  Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Monitors and maintains building engineering according to established standards and preventative maintenance schedules
• Schedules maintenance of the building systems to maintain the integrity of the facility not limited to boiler systems pumps ventilation systems plumbing water and sewage systems the Energy Management System (EMS) and other building components
• Completes repairs according to established standards
• Performs miscellaneous minor repairs such but not limited to changing light bulbs in the common areas and amenity spaces patching holes in walls and painting changing air conditioning filters washing the common area carpets building systems
• Provides service that is in accordance with organizational standards
• Ensures uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

• A High School Diploma or completion of equivalent education
• 1-2 years experience in construction or building maintenance
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Advanced Proficiency in English required other languages considered an asset
• You can provide a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care.
• Ability to use measuring tools power tools
• Enters and locates work-related information using computers maintenance management systems.
• Displays a working knowledge in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration electrical mechanical plumbing trade.

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988 Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.