Full Time Facilities Assistant
Why Work for SOAR Community Services
About SOAR Community Services
SOAR Community Services (formerly St. Leonard's Community Services) has been an established part of the community for more than 55 years, and is accredited for our excellence in serving children, youth, adults, and families.
Our Values
These aren’t just “lip-service” to us – we work and live by them. If you do, too, we want to talk to you!
- Inclusive – we value everyone and their unique perspectives and journeys
- Compassionate – we care about our clients, our staff, partners, and the communities we serve
- Collaborative – we work together to support our clients and community
- Integrity – we hold ourselves accountable and are fair, trustworthy, and dedicated to our mission to empower people to achieve their vision of independence, health, and wellbeing
- Innovative – we are open to change and continuous improvement
- Genuine – we are honest, respectful, and authentic with our clients, each other, and our partners
- Optimistic – we believe that everyone can accomplish their goals
Predominantly Monday to Friday with flexibility.
Duties
Join Our Team as a Full Time Facilities Assistant!
At our Agency, we’re proud to serve the community through a wide range of services—and none of it would be possible without the dedication and expertise of our small but mighty Facilities Team. As a Facilities Assistant, you won’t just be fixing things—you’ll be making a real difference every day by ensuring our 10+ locations are safe, functional, and welcoming for both staff and clients.
Why This Role Matters
Your work is essential to our success. From keeping our spaces safe and efficient to supporting health and safety compliance, your contributions directly impact our ability to serve the community. You’re not just part of the team—you’re a key player in our success.
What You’ll Do
As a Facilities Assistant, you’ll take on a variety of hands-on responsibilities, including:
- Managing and prioritizing tasks through our automated ticketing system
- Communicating effectively with team members and staff across the Agency
- Identifying and acting on preventative maintenance opportunities
- Troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues before they become emergencies
- Performing general maintenance and facility improvements: painting, minor plumbing and electrical work, drywall and appliance repairs
- Handling seasonal yardwork: mowing, weeding, salting, and shoveling
- Moving and installing office furniture
- Supporting inspections and compliance (AODA equipment, fire safety, generators)
- Recommending capital replacement needs
- Working with contractors to ensure code compliance
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in general maintenance
- Knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Basic knowledge in residential electrical and plumbing practices
- Must hold a valid driver’s license, with ability to drive agency vehicles as travel between sites is required
Eligibility
As soon as possible.
Benefits
- Hourly rate: $21.30 to $23.62
- Health & Wellness: Group health, dental, accidental death & serious illness, long term disability, life insurance and travel insurance
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off (including vacation starting at 3 weeks) and flexible support for your well-being
- Retirement Planning: Matched pension contributions and RSP/TFSA options
- Support System: Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family
- Culture & Community: Fun staff events and a workplace that prioritizes your mental and physical health
How to Apply
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is proactive, reliable, and takes pride in their work. If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team that values your contributions, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: derek.chechak@soarcs.ca Fax: 226.400.8759
Apply by: July 29, 2025
Reference: Facilities Assistant
Our Commitment to Job Seekers
St. Leonard’s Community Services Inc. is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and traditional territories of the Erie, Neutral, Huron-Wyandot, the Haudenosaunee, and some of the Ojibwa Nation. The territory is mutually covered by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work in this community, on this territory. We also acknowledge that the settler population has been able to benefit from this beautiful land. We are all treaty members and will strive to act in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples and center their voices.
The Agency values the diverse and intersectional identities of its clients and staff. The Agency regards equity and diversity as an integral part of excellent community service and is committed to accessibility for all staff. The Agency seeks applicants who embrace our values and beliefs around respect for the dignity and diversity of our clients, staff, and community. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
The Agency encourages applications from all qualified individuals. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.
Personal information submitted will only be used for the purposes of the competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.