Job Description

Maintenance Administrator

Now, more than ever, we are facing the need for safe, affordable, well-maintained housing.

The Community Housing Management Network

provides financial and property management services to co-operatives and non-profit housing providers.

If you are passionate about working for a team focused, nonprofit organization with a social purpose and believe that everyone deserves a place to call home, then this position is for you.

The Community Housing Management Network (The Network) is recruiting to fill a full-time position (35 hours/week) as Maintenance Administrator. The candidate will be working at a Halifax office. Some travel to clients' sites required.

General duties include:

Work Order administration for over 350 units

Liaise with trades, clients and other personnel

Monitor work in progress

Execution and records keeping of the scheduled building maintenance

Assist the Maintenance Coordinator with preventive maintenance planning

Keep the Housing Coordinator informed of the status of all work orders in a system as directed by Maintenance Co-ordinator

Perform unit inspections at the request of Network clients, using the Network licensed inspection software

General requirements:

Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and maintain facilities knowledge of co-op or nonprofit housing

Ability to work in a team and desire to help others

Knowledge of the Windows Office programs Outlook, Excel and Word

Excellent time management skills to complete a variety of tasks

Ability to interpret maintenance instructions, manuals, safety rules, and other documents

Reliable vehicle

The Network offers a competitive remuneration package.

Position Start Date:

December, 2025

If interested, please e-mail your resume to novascotia@thenetwork.coop.

The Community Housing Management Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it's important that our workforce reflect the citizens we serve. We respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:

Halifax, NS (B4A): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Administrative: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person