Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R14334
About Cogir Senior Living
Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.
Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence
We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!
Position Overview
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and jump in with both feet? Is facilities management and building services your passion? Does motivating a team and delivering superior customer service excite you?
As our next Maintenance Manager, you are a maintenance professional ready to engage in hands-on tasks when needed. As a working manager, you will guide the environmental services team in providing essential housekeeping and maintenance support for the residents of our retirement community. Utilizing your technical expertise, you will take a proactive approach to ongoing maintenance, reliability, and optimization of equipment performance.
You will work closely with the Executive Director and residence leadership team to ensure maximum resident satisfaction while fostering a positive living experience for our residents. You will implement practices in line with environmental sustainability with the goal of creating a responsible and eco-conscious residence.
In addition, you will ensure that the physical condition of the building is maintained in a condition that reflects the overall brand while ensuring the safety of residents, employees, and guests. Your goal is to exceed our residents’ expectations and help them discover a “More Living” experience.
Perks and Benefits for the Maintenance Manager
We believe in rewarding our Maintenance Manager for their results, hard work, and dedication. Here are some of the appealing perks and benefits you can expect:
1. Competitive Compensation Package: As a Maintenance Manager, you will enjoy a lucrative compensation package. We offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and expertise and eligibility to our department manager bonus plan. Additionally, there is an opportunity for annual merit increases, ensuring that your hard work and exceptional performance are recognized and rewarded.
2. Comprehensive Onboarding and Training: We value your success and provide an extensive four-week onboarding program designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel in your role.
3. Coaching and Mentoring: We are committed to your ongoing growth and development. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our Regional and National teams, who will provide guidance, support, and mentorship.
4. Dedicated Support: You will have access to dedicated support staff and resources to assist you in your role.
5. Extensive Benefits Plan: We offer an extensive benefits plan that includes comprehensive medical coverage, health benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a RRSP matching program.
6. Manulife Vitality Program: We prioritize your health and wellness, offering the Manulife Vitality program to earn exciting rewards.
7. Employee Perks Program: We provide our team members with exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, and shopping.
8. Generous Time Off: You will start with three weeks of vacation per year, along with additional sick and personal days.
9. Rewards and Recognition: We celebrate your dedication and achievements through our service awards program.
10. Career Growth Opportunities: There are clear paths for career progression within the organization.
Skills for Success
Strong technical expertise with the ability to perform environmental tasks and repairs as required, strong initiative and self-direction, easily connects with people, inspires and energizes others, socially focused with a “how can I help you” attitude, drive to achieve results, positive response to pressure, and strong business acumen.
Your Experience
A minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental services and/or maintenance, preferably in seniors living; experience managing and leading a team, preferably in a unionized environment; knowledge of building systems including basic plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and emergency systems; knowledge and experience in aspects of housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance preferred; knowledge of proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) protocols; must have or be enrolled in a certified facility management professional technical program or have a trades license; Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) certified or willing to obtain; working at heights training certified or willing to obtain; better than average computer skills; must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
If you’re excited about working with us but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.
Diversity and Inclusion
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations.
Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization, we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.
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