About Us: OSCR has been serving the seniors of Oakville since 1972. We are Client-focused and seek to enrich the lives of our clients by having a Passion for Excellence, Enhancing the Quality of Life, Progress through Collaboration and Success through Respect, Dignity and Trust.
Position: Part-Time Maintenance Worker
Initial Assignment: Days, Afternoons and alternating weekends.
Qualifications:
· Two year Community College Diploma in Building Maintenance or related field.
· Good command of the English language, able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
· Good working knowledge of building maintenance work, including electrical, plumbing, and heating as well as building cleaning practices.
· Valid driver’s license.
· Knowledge of Fire Safety principles.
· Knowledge of WHMIS legislation and its application to safe use of chemicals in the workplace
· Knowledge of the techniques of good body mechanics to prevent injury.
· Three to five years of related experience.
· Able to perform many types of physical activity – bending, lifting, stretching, pushing, pulling, none of which are required to be done continuously or for prolonged periods.
· Able to perform varied physical work throughout the shift and on an ongoing basis; lifting floor to wait no more than 23 kg (51 lb), assisted; lifting from waist to shoulder no more than 7 kg (15 lb); carrying no more than 7 kg (15 lb). Bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and twisting as required in carrying out a variety of personal assistance activities.
· Able to work with behaviours and/or disabilities attached to an aging population (i.e. dementia, Alzheimer’s, mental health, hearing and visual impairments, etc.).
· Must be courteous and able to work unsupervised. Must be able to work as a team member and with the elderly.
· Must have a Vulnerable Sector Police Check – not older than 1 year.
Rate of Pay: $22.74 – $24.90
Approximate Start Date: June 16, 2026
Must have a Vulnerable Sector Police Check – not older than 1 year.
As an equal opportunity employer OSCR hires employees without discrimination on the grounds of race, ethnic origin, religious beliefs, colour, gender expression, sexual orientation, sex/pregnancy, citizenship, creed, gender identity, record of offences, age, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, receipt of public assistance, family status or size. Oakville Senior Citizens welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.74-$24.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oakville, ON L6L 5G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have an two year Community College Diploma in Building Maintenance or related field.
- Do you have a Current Vulnerable Sector police check?
Experience:
- Facilities maintenance: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
