Maintenance Custodian

2Life Communities; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Maintenance Custodian to uphold the cleanliness and maintenance of its facilities. This role involves a variety of tasks, from cleaning and upkeep to basic repairs and assisting with inspections. The ideal candidate should have a background in general labor, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for residents. This position offers the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on enhancing the lives of seniors. Join a team that values kindness, community, and the well-being of its residents.

Benefits

Robust medical and dental plan

Vision insurance

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• 1+ years in general labor or semi-skilled roles in multi-family or commercial properties.
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and grounds, including mopping and vacuuming.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks under supervision, such as repairs and installations.

Skills

General labor experience

Carpentry skills

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Painting skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Maintenance Custodian position has primary responsibility for maintaining the order, cleanliness, and upkeep of the buildings and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the buildings. This includes but is not limited to mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, waxing, and buffing floors.
• Monitors & maintains cleanliness of exterior building and grounds.
• Performs snow removal from walkways, steps, and parking lots as directed, salt and sand areas as instructed.
• Responsible for performing all program and special function room set-ups as scheduled.
• Performs basic maintenance functions under the guidance of the maintenance supervisor such as: installation of garbage disposals, patching and painting walls, changing locks, repair of maintenance equipment, monitoring and replacing light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries.
• Monitors and handles all building compacting machines and containers as needed.
• Assists and performs, as assigned, routine annual apartment inspections (HUD/MHFA) as scheduled, with supervisor.
• Assists with turnovers in the removal of all furniture and debris, in accordance with all 2Life policies and regulations, from all vacant apartments as needed, in preparation for further apartment turnover procedures.
• Reports all unsafe practices observed to management to help ensure 2Life work practices are safe and in compliance with company standards.
• May serve as Maintenance Monitor, accompanying external contractors to tenant’s units and observing their work there.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Minimum 1-year work experience in a general labor or semi-skilled position in a multi-family or commercial property and be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, & painting.
• Must be able to safely and frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, be sensitive to and comfortable working with the elderly, and be able to communicate effectively in English, written and spoken.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, etc. Must have full use of arms, hands and finger dexterity to reach, lift, pull, push and feel.

2Life has been at the heart of positive change in the affordable senior housing ecosystem since 1965, with our residents at the center of everything we do. Our mission is to ensure that all seniors have the opportunity to thrive regardless of their income level or background. To that end, we develop, own, operate, and provide supportive services to every one of our communities. In all we do, we advocate for and empower older adults to age with purpose and joy, meeting the integrated needs of seniors guided by our shared values of kindness, community, and repairing the world.

2Life owns and operates over 1,500 apartments, 94% of which are affordable, located on campuses in Brighton, Brookline, Newton, Framingham, and Devens, Massachusetts. Another 500+ apartments are in development in Devens, Lynn, Mattapan, Newton, and Waltham, Massachusetts. We anticipate continued growth in the size of our portfolio, the geography in which we operate, and the diversity of our residents in terms of race, ethnicity, income levels, and need for supportive services. For example, in 2025 we will add a new community, Opus Newton from 2Life Communities, that creates an exciting living option for middle-income seniors.

BENEFITS AND MORE:

We offer a very rich benefit plan which for individuals adds 27% on top of the base pay and over 30% for employee +1 and families. Our rewards program includes but not limited to:

• Robust medical and dental plan.
• Vision.
• Employer-paid life and AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• 2 floating holidays.
• Pet insurance.
• And more!

The above statements intend to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to do this job. The above does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

We desire to build and cultivate an environment that brings together an exceptional workforce with unique experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.