handyman/woman

Position Summary The Handyman/woman is responsible for supporting the cleanliness, safety, appearance, and overall upkeep of the Home. This role assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, visitors, and guests. The Handyman/woman performs routine cleaning and sanitation duties throughout the Home while supporting infection prevention, room turnovers, general painting, light maintenance, exterior upkeep, and overall operational standards. Key Responsibilities * Maintains the cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of resident and common areas throughout the Home; * Performs routine cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, washing surfaces, and waste removal; * Cleans and sanitizes washrooms, dining areas, lounges, hallways, offices, elevators, and other common spaces; * Completes resident room turnovers including deep cleaning, sanitizing, removal of garbage and belongings as directed, and preparing suites for new occupancy; * Assists with moving furniture, setting up rooms, and preparing suites during resident move-ins and move-outs; * Ensures cleaning equipment and supplies are used safely and stored appropriately; * Replenishes housekeeping and janitorial supplies including soap, paper products, hand sanitizer, and cleaning materials; * Assists with laundry, linen handling, and waste disposal as required; * Maintains floors through routine floor care including mopping, buffing, stripping, and waxing where applicable; * Performs light painting, touch-ups, wall repairs, and decorating projects to maintain the appearance of the Home; * Assists with outdoor maintenance and yard work including litter removal, watering plants, sweeping walkways, seasonal clean-up, and maintaining exterior common areas; * Assists with snow removal, salting, and exterior safety maintenance during winter months as required; * Reports maintenance concerns, safety hazards, damages, or equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department; * Supports infection prevention and control practices by following approved cleaning and sanitation procedures; * Assists with cleaning and preparing resident rooms, guest suites, and common areas for events or occupancy; * Maintains janitorial closets, storage rooms, and work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition; * Responds promptly and professionally to resident and staff requests related to cleanliness and sanitation; * Assists with seasonal cleaning, deep cleaning projects, emergency clean-up situations, and special maintenance tasks as required; * Supports compliance with health and safety legislation, workplace policies, and company procedures; * Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and a resident-focused approach in all interactions. Other Responsibilities * Follows established lines of communication, authority, and operational procedures; * Maintains confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role; * Applies current legislation, infection prevention standards, and company policies while performing duties; * Adheres to workplace health and safety policies and safe work practices; * Participates in ongoing training and education where applicable; * Performs other related duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Manager or leadership team. Qualifications Education & Experience * Previous janitorial, housekeeping, environmental services, maintenance, or cleaning experience preferred; * Experience in retirement living, long-term care, hospitality, healthcare, or residential settings considered an asset; * Experience completing room turnovers, deep cleaning, or move-in/move-out preparation considered an asset; * Knowledge of cleaning procedures, sanitation practices, painting, and safe chemical handling considered an asset; * WHMIS certification considered an asset. Skills & Abilities * Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks; *