Maintenance Assistant

An Extraordinary Opportunity Awaits - V!

VA Leaside Opens in 2026!
Would you like to fill your time with meaningful, fulfilling work for Seniors?
Join the exclusive launch team at V!

VA Leaside - Toronto's premier luxury retirement residence
Craft a truly exceptional lifestyle experience from the ground up in one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods
Join a company that believes in Making Today Great!
Be a part of a distinguished founding team curating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our Community Members from day one
Surround yourself with excellence, compassion, and innovation - and discover why we are Happier Here!
Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay, and more!
You.

You have a passion to raise the bar in the retirement industry. You are an energetic, motivated leader who is able to inspire others to provide the highest standards of performance and customer service. You will have experience in a similar setting with skills and knowledge in the areas of facilities maintenance, and health and safety. If you are a caring and compassionate individual who takes great pride in making a difference in the lives of our older adults then we are eager to hear from you.

What do you get when a team of experienced industry professionals combine their passion and decide it is time to raise the bar in the retirement living industry? You get V!

VA Retirement Communities. At V!

VA, we aren’t about grand statements or lofty ideals. We are a group of Canadians committed to bringing the right mix of people together to inspire each other and deliver the highest standards of customer service and performance in the retirement industry. At V!

VA we put people first. We are looking for just the right person who shares V!

VA’s mission - Making Today Great!

As Maintenance Assistant for a V!

VA Retirement Community you will be responsible for overseeing and proactively enhancing the day to day maintenance needs of the Community. This includes overall facility maintenance including building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, Waste/Recycling management.

The Maintenance Assistant will work with the Building Services Manager to ensure V!

VA provides the best in overall care for its Community Members. You will make working and living at V!

VA an awesome experience by continuously working to improve the customer service experience.

• Assists the Building Services Manager with maintenance programs ( HVAC, plumbing, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, communications, carpentry, painting, drywall, refinishing, grounds care and equipment maintenance)
• Ensures safe operation of swimming pool. Maintains logs/records of pool chemistry and adjustments to it. Orders needed supplies for the pool in consultation with the Building Services Manager
• Conducts maintenance of the exterior property of the Community including general cleaning of the area; clearing garbage; snow removal etc.
• Assists to effectively coordinate and complete the readiness of all vacated suites so as to provide quick availability to new prospects.
• In conjunction with the Building Services Manager, performs an annual safety review of all suites and common areas and maintain records
• Observes, notes and maintains the common areas in good repair and pleasing to the eye at all times. Any needed repair will be done in a timely manner
• As directed by the Building Services Manager, inspects all equipment and systems on a regular basis to ensure proper functioning and safety, including security and emergency systems such as back-up generator and cameras
• In conjunction with the Building Services Manager, performs or arranges emergency maintenance duties as required.
• Maintains maintenance records, receipts, and ledgers are kept and ensures proper follow-up of all maintenance contracts as directed
• Aids in receiving and storing supplies for the Community.
• Participates in all Health and Safety, fire Safety and Quality Improvement programs including conducting fire safety training for Team Members and monthly fire drill procedures
• Ensures issue resolution relating to Environmental Services…