Job Description

TITLE: Maintenance Worker

CATEGORY: 30 hours per week

SUPERVISOR: Manager of Operations

The Maintenance Worker will be part of a 4-person team that maintains interior and exterior spaces of Options Housing properties. The Maintenance Worker reports to the Operations Manager

Position: 30 hours per week

Main Responsibilities

• Clean main floor lobby, kitchen, lounge, washrooms, laundry room and office areas including all ledges
• Wash windows on ground level as well as patio doors o Clean stairwells and elevators (walls, handrails, doors and floors)
• Clean hallways (walls, doors and floors), including removing garbage left by tenants
• Check walls for scuff marks, dirt, hand prints and remove
• Do high dusting
• Check for burnt-out lights in hallways and offices and replace if necessary
• Collects recycling and garbage in building
• Takes 4 cubic yard bins to street for removal by City and returns bins to the garage
• Carries out maintenance duties as assigned by the Operations Manager, and ensuring that they are completed in a timely and professional manner
• Prepares vacant units for rental under the supervision of the Operations Manager
• Snow removal in winter and landscaping in summer
• Support the Integrated Pest Management initiatives in Options Housing Supportive Housing buildings
• Act as liaison between Options Housing and external pest management companies
• Willing and able to perform any tasks required to maintain in good order all Options Housing properties
• Provides information and resource services by assisting the Operations Manager in evaluating and prioritizing major repair projects
• Brings forward issues that may impact on delivery of Options Housing's services.
• Other duties as required

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Community College Diploma or equivalent in property management, janitorial service, construction trades or other relevant area
• Minimum of 2 years progressively responsible relevant experience
• Continuous updating of job knowledge especially with respect to changes in property standards and landlord-tenant legislation,
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Adhere to routines, manage time and work to deadlines
• Experience performing cleaning duties including the operation of a floor stripper
• Ability to lift 20 kg safely, as well as stand for extended periods of time
• Work with external contractors, tenants and staff o Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing to staff, contractors and tenants
• Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, creativity and enthusiasm in achieving results.
• A satisfactory and current Vulnerable Sector Screening

Personal Suitability

• Strong work ethic and commitment to stay accountable to the professional standards and expectations of the organization

oDisplays values and attitudes that align with those of Options Housing in supporting individuals who may be living with substance use and/or mental health

• Strong professional boundaries
• Empathy and understanding of physical conditions involving individuals who may not be able to practice self care
• Respects confidentiality
• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to attend training including but not limited to Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid.

This is a summary of duties for the position of Maintenance Worker, and is in no way an exhaustive list of duties.

Physical Demands:

Physical Environment: Individual units and building infrastructure environments; occasional exposure to weather conditions; ability to undertake heavy manual labour;

Work Environment:

The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using substances and/or not attentive to personal health and safety for themselves. The employee may experience a number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the client's use of alcohol and drugs, the lack of personal care and the conditions within the client's apartment. The employee must be ready to respond quickly and effectively to many types of situations, including crisis situations and potentially hostile situations. The employee may need to work with clients in their units and may be exposed to harsh conditions such as pests and communicable diseases.

Options Housing is committed to providing quality services by establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with lived experience of homelessness, substance use and/or mental health. Options Housing welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Accessible formats and communications are available on request by contacting Human Resources. Accessible formats and communications are available for applicants on request by contacting our Manager of Human Resources at elauriebeaumont@optionshousing.ca

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Permanent
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $18.02-$19.65 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
• Property management: 1 year (preferred)
• Facilities maintenance: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-01