Fee for Service Contract – HANDYMAN
Who we are
YouthLink believes in the potential of every youth, and we are dedicated to providing them with the support, guidance and opportunities they need to make positive life choices. We provide youth with brief and ongoing counselling, in-home wraparound support, shelter, housing, educational support, and safe drop-in spaces.
Guided by our mission and inspired by the potential to make a profound impact, Youthlink works closely with youth, families and partners in our community. We come together to highlight and develop strengths, aspirations and positive actions that improve the health and well-being of all who live, work, study and play in our community. As a service delivery organization, we leverage data-driven decision-making and grassroots engagement with youth advisory councils to create an inclusive, innovative, and responsive agency that provides the best fit and most needed services for our communities.
If you are seeking a meaningful opportunity and want to play a key role in bringing our vision for a stronger Scarborough where all youth and families thrive, join us.
Fee for Service Contract – HANDYMAN
(Up to 30 hours/week Max.)
(1 year contract)
Non-Bargaining Unit Position
YouthLink is seeking a Handyman to provide services for all our properties and will align with contractors in the field of social change, local entrepreneurial spirit, environmentally sustainable practices, and who recognise that these blended values contribute to vibrant communities, economic growth and development of our community.
Your Role
Physically fit individual. Thrives in a fast-paced environment and works to complete tasks quickly and efficiently. Uses ticket system for general maintenance and repairs for 5 properties in Scarborough area. Consistently follows through with all work orders and instructions. Closes work orders in a timely manner. Performs minor and routine patching, painting, plumbing work, electrical, and other related maintenance activities or general repairs. Ensures room repairs and preparation is complete for new resident clients. Arranges to pick up or move stored materials and equipment from other sites to other properties or storage.
What You Bring
Requirements:
- Vulnerable Sector Police Check required.
- 1-2 years of experience with general labour work that includes routine patching dry wall, painting, plumbing, electrical, installing appliances, lifting and moving furniture/equipment etc.
- Have one’s own pickup truck is an asset.
Education and Experience:
- Trade certification or related is an asset.
- Driving large van or pickup truck.
- Construction, General Mechanics, General Labour.
- Lifting 50-60 lbs of furniture and equipment.
- Repair and assemble furniture.
- Use of power tools.
- Problem solving and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Safety conscious.
- Clean drivers abstract.
- Operating using Anti-Black racism.
- Experience with landscaping is an asset.
- Operates using a strong Anti-Black Racism lens is an asset.
- Proficient in French is an asset.
- Bilingualism is an asset.
Skills:
- Versatility and general knowledge about all manners of repairs and maintenance.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Committed to high quality workmanship and following safety codes and regulations.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Demonstrated skill in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion practices, and specifically using an Anti-Black Racism lens.
Work Hours: up to 30 working hours per week (Max). This position may require evening hours.
Fee for Service Rate: $25 per hour.
Join us.
YouthLink's core values define what we stand for and how we operate, helping us to work together in the most fulfilling ways.
We value leadership, acting in ways that exemplify what we expect of each other and our clients. We work together, bringing out the best in each other and creating strong working relationships. Our professional ethics are evident in all the work we do and the decisions we make.
We value humanity and show consideration for people, their abilities, skills, diversity and perspectives. We create an inclusive workplace that celebrates individual differences and, through our actions, demonstrates empathy, goodwill and honesty.
We value innovation, demonstrating flexibility and changeability in adapting to our work and community dynamics. We show courage in developing service initiatives that will improve the well-being of our clients and their families.
We value respect for people for who they are and for their knowledge, skills and experience as individuals and team members. We treat clients with respect and fairness and encourage the same in return.
We value excellence, demonstrating competence and accountability in delivering client services. We display clear judgment and exhibit clear thinking and reasoning in all situations. We continually strive to accomplish all tasks and provide an outstanding service for our clients.
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We welcome applications from candidates who reflect the communities we serve, particularly candidates from Black communities, Indigenous communities, racialized people, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities and people with lived experiences.
We are seeking candidates who demonstrably operate and practice from an equity and trauma-informed lens. We encourage applications from passionate professionals who will help us dismantle systemic barriers and embrace working outside of Euro-centric practices.
If you meet 70% of the qualifications we are looking for and share 100% of our passion and commitment to supporting youth and their families, please submit your application. We can’t promise to hire you; we can promise to review your lived and learned experiences fully.
We are committed to providing equitable employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We are equally committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the interview process, please email us at [email protected].