Maintenance Assistant

Ecuhome Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated non-profit organization focused on providing affordable housing and support for those who have experienced homelessness. As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the physical conditions of properties, ensuring they meet safety standards while supporting a diverse tenant population. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community and make a positive impact in the lives of others. If you're passionate about maintenance and community service, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in maintenance of multi-unit residential settings.
• Familiarity with housing/building safety regulations and codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain properties to meet Ecuhome standards and regulations.
• Perform janitorial, grounds keeping, and maintenance tasks.
• Assist Maintenance Workers in identifying maintenance needs.

Skills

General Maintenance Repairs

Electricity Familiarity

Plumbing Familiarity

Carpentry Familiarity

Team Collaboration

Independent Work

Tenant Interaction

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

Ecuhome is a Toronto-based non-profit organization that provides quality affordable housing and support for people who have experienced homelessness. We reflect the diversity of our city, recognize and respect the value of all people, and empower our tenants to regain their place in the community. Join our team and support affordable housing!

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Properties and Maintenance Manager, this position is responsible for the maintenance and physical conditions of Ecuhome properties in a manner that meets Ecuhome standards and in accordance with all municipal/provincial housing/building regulations.
• This includes, but is not limited to, carrying out all required janitorial, grounds keeping and maintenance tasks; cleaning and upkeeping all common areas at Ecuhome properties; cleaning and preparing rooms prior to tenant occupancy; ensuring that waste is removed from properties and that walkways and parking areas are free of ice/snow and other debris.
• Responsible for assisting Maintenance Workers in providing maintenance services and identifying preventative and ongoing maintenance needs.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the maintenance of multi-unit residential settings or related experience
• Some familiarity with electricity, plumbing and carpentry and general maintenance repairs
• A working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and codes governing housing/building safety
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to positively interact with a tenant population where mental health and addictions challenges are present

This position is in the bargaining unit.

Job Type: Contract, Full Time, Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Salary: $35,397.68

Location: Properties in the old City of Toronto

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

No agencies please.

Ecuhome is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities, promoting equal access to our programs, supports and services and identifying and removing any internal, systemic barriers to inclusion in all Ecuhome operations.