Maintenance Worker

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to

the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.

Job Title: Maintenance Worker

Location: St. John’s, NL

Position Type: 1 full-time position until March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension pending budget availability and satisfactory performance

Closing date: April 03, 2025

Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for conducting routine inspections, performing preventative maintenance, and handling basic repairs to ensure the proper functioning of equipment and facilities. This role involves diagnosing and addressing mechanical issues, repairing machines, equipment, or structures as needed, and overseeing contractors when professional repairs are required. Additionally, the Maintenance Worker ensures compliance with all safety programs and requirements to maintain a secure and efficient work environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment


• Perform preventative maintenance


• Hand basic repairs and maintenance


• Diagnose mechanical issues and correcting them


• Repair machines, equipment, or structures as necessary


• Ensure all Safety programs, requirements are being followed as required 


• Oversee contractors when professional repairs are necessary

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven maintenance experience


• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools


• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts


• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary


• Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches


• Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices


• Experience performing routine maintenance. Strong organizational and follow up skills


• Eye for detail


• Professional presentation and attitude


• Ability to maintain focus while working individually


• Strong time management skills


• Strong interpersonal skills 


• Able to interact with many people from various cultures, and the ability to network and create positive outcomes from a service delivery perspective

Conditions of Employment:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada 


• Flexible to work outside of core hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm)


• Valid NL class 5 driver’s license and daily access to a reliable vehicle is required


• Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

How to Apply

Please upload a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/195

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process.

Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.