Union Position: SEIU L6
Hiring Rate: $25.54
Posting Date: June 01.2026
About Us:
Neighbours Community Homes is Toronto’s leading non-profit supportive housing agency with a 45-year track record of excellence. Neighbours offers permanent, affordable housing and social programs to support individuals challenged by complex mental illness and addiction, including those who are homeless or otherwise marginalized. We own 53 buildings with 1400 supportive housing units. We provide support services and/or rent subsidies to tenants in 250 units in the rental market. Neighbours Community Homes works closely with sector partners to deliver programs and advocate for solutions that will address homelessness and end the legacy of institutionalization.
About the role:
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for a variety of repairs and maintenance tasks at assigned buildings which involves processing work orders, performing maintenance duties and ensuring the
safety and general upkeep of buildings and work areas. The position is required to respond to special / emergency assignments while maintaining a schedule of regular assigned work. The Maintenance
Worker may be required to work outside regular office hours and must take part in the after-hours on- call rotation. The position requires the ability to work independently, and as part of a team. The role
mandates maintaining high standards of work quality and timeliness to meet prescribed guidelines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure that assigned work orders are completed in a timely and accurate manner consistent with external and internal standards.
- Complete plumbing, carpentry, and minor mechanical repair and services and assess and report to manager on jobs requiring contractors.
- Be knowledgeable about and act within relevant legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), Mental Health Act, the Child and Family Services Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Social Housing Reform Act, and Ontario Fire and Building Codes.
- Assist Manager, Property Services and Property Services Coordinator in identifying and resolving maintenance and repair issues affecting the facilities, grounds and furnishings of assigned Neighbours properties.
- Process work orders; prioritize tasks; communicate progress of work to Coordinator, Manager, Support Services staff and tenants as required; ensure that detailed technician notes are entered into Yardi app and that work orders are closed out when completed.
- Interact with tenants, communicate, and facilitate problem-solving for issues that arise during the course of work within buildings and individual units.
On-Call Rotation
- Requirement of 1 week of on-call duties approximately every 4 weeks that includes answering emergency after-hours phone line and responding to maintenance issues. Response will include in- person attending to any Neighbours building overnight and throughout the weekend and statutory holidays, if and when emergency maintenance is warranted and report on on-call activities in accordance with Neighbours procedures.
What we are looking for:
- 3-5 years’ experience in maintenance work with demonstrated skill and experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting and dry-wall, electrical work and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of repair methods, materials, technology and job safety including working with hazardous materials (WHMIS).
- Ability to work safely including knowledge of workplace hazardous materials, and their appropriate applications (Material Safety Data Sheets, WHMIS regulations);
- Access to a reliable vehicle is required to move between buildings, as well as a valid Driver’s License and proof of required insurance.
- Ability to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends
As a condition of employment, a successful police record check for Vulnerable Sector is required. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Neighbours Community Homes
Neighours’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Neighbours’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities who are participating in the recruitment process and for those hired.
For the full job description, visit our website Careers - Neighbours and apply with a resume and cover letter on or before June 15. 2026.
Pay: $25.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
