Facilities Worker - Jobs in Baden, ON

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Are you passionate about contributing to the community Are you interested in working for an organization that helps families thrive by strengthening their mental health and wellbeingAGENCY OVERVIEW:Carizon Family and Community Services helps families thrive in their communities by strengthening their mental health and wellbeing. Our vision is to inspire and facilitate Hope, Wellness, and Community through the uniquely tailored services we provide.We deliver Childrens Mental Health, Counselling, and Community Services that foster the health, skills, confidence, and resilience of every person we serve. We believe that when we help families manage lifes challenges and develop strategies to move forward, we create a healthy and vibrant community for all.POSITION OVERVIEW:The Facilities Worker shall provide general facilities and maintenance support based on the direction of the Manager of Facilities. The Facilities Worker will support multiple Carizon locations. This position requires an ability to positively accept demands and priorities which are continuously changing.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee Carizon’s parking program which includes handing out parking passes, monitoring parking lots and volume, and giving parking tickets
• Assist Manager of Facilities with procurement of contracts and oversight of delivery of services
• Perform weekly/monthly inspections and document in log books
• Meet with contractors on site to provide support and access for scheduled service and repairs
• Assist with WHMIS documentation
• Perform general maintenance duties which includes painting, drywall, plumbing, minor electrical, and grounds work (summer and winter)
• Frequent travel between various Carizon sites across the Waterloo Region
• Prioritize competing demands/tasks and adjust workload accordingly
• To always perform work safely and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL CARIZON EMPLOYEES:

• Demonstrate commitment to continuously improving professional excellence
• Participate in translating the Carizon vision into successful outcomes through involvement in all the processes and activities
• Ensure awareness and maintenance of best practices and standards for agency activities
• Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with others
• Incorporate and strengthen a team-based working environment that empowers staff to be collectively responsible for ensuring the agency achieves its mission
• Contribute to overall agency operations by embracing change and innovation ensuring excellence in customer service

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of High School
• College diploma or completion of some courses in the skilled trades would be considered an asset
• At least two years of experience in facilities or maintenance position
• Good overall knowledge/skill in plumbing, electrical, small engines, carpentry, painting, locksmithing, mechanical and general repairs
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees across the organization, and with contractors and service providers
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Ability to creatively problem solve, manage time, deadlines and competing priorities
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when influencing and/or negotiating with others
• Must be able to model and promote Carizon’s vision, mission and values

PHYSICAL SKILL/EFFORT

• This position is physically demanding with regular walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and 100 lbs assisted
• Frequent use of tools and some machinery (i.e. lawn tractor, snow blower, hand tools, etc.)

WORKING HOURS/CONDITIONS:

• Work takes place office and school environments with some work in the community
• Must be available to work day and evening hours plus weekends as needed
• Frequent travel throughout the Region of Waterloo
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required with $2 million in liability insurance
• A satisfactory police check is required
• Must be able to provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation providing a satisfactory reason under the Ontario Human Rights Code for not being vaccinated

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• A comprehensive benefits plan (health, dental and Employee and Family Assistance Plan)
• RRSP match program
• 3 weeks vacation
• Paid sick and personal time
• Professional development opportunities
• A caring, fun, and collaborative workplace culture

HOW TO APPLY:Please submit your resume and cover letter through https://carizon.bamboohr.com/jobs/As we continue to be responsive to the changing needs of our communities, we acknowledge the historical and present-day violence and systemic barriers that continue to harm members of our Region and that we must ask ourselves not if we are complicit, but how.Carizon is committed to developing anti-oppressive practices and equitable outcomes for the families we serve while ensuring that our programs reflect and meet their needs. We recognize that we must work in collaboration with others to dismantle systems of oppression, discrimination and violence that people face as a result of their diversity, beliefs and identities.Building equity takes time, resources, intentional commitment and behavioural change. It is an ongoing process, and we start by recognizing the racism and discrimination faced by Indigenous people, Black people, Asian communities, racialized people, ethnic or linguistic groups, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, unhoused people, people with mental illness and people with physical and intellectual disabilities.To help us create change and ensure that we can continue helping families thrive, Carizon has invested in antiracism and anti-oppression training for all our employees. In addition, we have engaged in an organizational assessment to identify and address gaps. We have also created an Equity Leader position to help ensure our policies, processes, and practices eliminate any existence or influence of systemic racism across our organization.We have a lot of work to do and we are committed to keep moving forward on this learning journey. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action to ensure that everyone at Carizon experiences true equity, empowerment, and inclusion.Carizon is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. At Carizon, we believe that diversity enriches our performance, clients, services offered, the communities where we live and work, and the lives of our employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources (hr@carizon.ca). While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.SALARY:NM-4LOCATION:Kitchener/WaterlooEMPLOYEE GROUP:Non-UnionSTATUS:Full-timeHOURS OF WORK:35 hours/weekSCHEDULE:TBDCOMPETITION NUMBER:24-22POSTING PERIOD:May 13, 2022 – until filledSTART DATE:June 20, 2022 (tentative)Quick Apply

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