JOB POSTING

Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity with a local non-profit? Are you looking to expand your current skills in maintenance and landscaping? If so then AVENS-A Community for Seniors has the opportunity for you!

Maintenance Assistant-Casual

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting with general maintenance duties at AVENS – A Community for Seniors. This is a casual/on-call position to cover for full-time replacement. Duties will include general labour and repairs, painting, general landscaping, equipment checks, and preventative maintenance for our Aven Manor, Aven Cottages, as well as our independent housing.

Education and Experience Requirements v Education or training related to maintenance, preference for plumbing, mechanical and electrical v Ability to lift up to 50 lbs v Ability to work outside for long periods of time, and to work with limited supervision v Must be able to obtain, provide and maintain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check





Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. For more information on necessary qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential job functions of this position please email [email protected]

Pay and Benefits

SALARY: $26.70 per hour

PENSION PLAN: not eligible on a casual position

GROUP PERKS: not eligible on a casual position

VACATION: Collective Agreement governs how term vacation leave is allotted and administered

SICK LEAVE: not eligible on a casual position

OTHER BENEFITS: the gratifying feeling of knowing you are making the difference in the daily lives of seniors.

Applying

Applications will only be accepted through email or in person. Email [email protected]

Please note – only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. No late applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 pm FRiday June 19, 2026.

📌 Maintenance Assistant-Casual (Yellowknife)
🏢 Avens - A Community for Seniors
📍 Yellowknife