Maintenance Assistant

Legacy Bowes; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential properties management company in Winnipeg is seeking full-time Maintenance Assistants to support upkeep and care of properties. This role involves general repairs, maintenance, snow removal, and landscaping. Candidates should have experience in property maintenance and a valid driver’s licence. Join a dedicated team ensuring a safe living environment for residents.

Qualifications

• Experience with general property maintenance tasks.
• Familiarity with workplace safety standards.
• Valid driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and repair tasks in response to submitted work orders.
• Perform scheduled preventative and routine maintenance for all properties.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with Workplace Health & Safety standards.

Skills

General property maintenance

Workplace safety standards

Customer service focus

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Training or education in a trade

Tools

Skid steer

Job description

Village Canadien Cooperative is seeking full-time dedicated Maintenance Assistants to support the upkeep and care of its residential properties. This hands‑on role is ideal for individuals who enjoy both indoor and outdoor work – from general repairs and maintenance to snow removal and landscaping – while contributing to a safe and welcoming living environment for residents.

One position will be based at Village Canadien Cooperative, and one position will be based at Westboine Park Housing Cooperative.

Role Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Assistants support the upkeep, repair, and appearance of all Village Canadien properties. This role is responsible for performing preventative, routine, and as‑needed maintenance across buildings, property, and grounds. The work involves a mix of indoor and outdoor tasks, including plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, landscaping, and snow removal.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and repair tasks in response to submitted work orders.
• Perform scheduled preventative and routine maintenance for all properties.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with Workplace Health & Safety standards.
• Pick up parts and supplies as required by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Operate equipment such as the skid steer tractor for snow removal.
• Assist and learn from the Maintenance Supervisor in more complex maintenance tasks.
• Perform general repairs such as plumbing, light electrical, painting, and carpentry.
• Travel between property locations as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with general property maintenance tasks.
• Familiarity with workplace safety standards.
• Training or education in a trade is an asset.
• Experience operating a skid steer or similar equipment is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence required.

Key Attributes

• Strong customer service focus and professional demeanor.
• Energetic and proactive with a strong sense of initiative.
• Demonstrates urgency and attention to detail in completing tasks.
• Honest, courteous, and respectful in all interactions.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.