Maintenance Painter - NOR 26091

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Pension

Paid vacation & holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency in Antigonish, NS seeks a Maintenance Painter for a full-time term position. The role focuses on painting, basic carpentry and related upkeep across housing properties under our district jurisdiction.

Responsibilities include refurbishing units post-tenant move-outs, conducting patchwork and surface preparation, and assisting with maintenance contracts while ensuring safety and compliance with OHSA. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with five years' experience in building and property maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and drywall.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Ability to operate electrical and mechanical tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning and refurbishing units after tenant move outs and in preparation for re-occupancy; occasionally assist with tenant move outs.
• Repair foundation including crack repairs, parging, flashing and related mortar installations and repair wall frames, floors and partitions, and roofs and sheathing.
• Install, maintain, and repair carpentry components: doors, jambs, trim, shelving, windows, etc.
• Operate motorized equipment such as snow blowers, small tractors, lawn mowers, cement mixers, salt spreaders.
• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces and apply paint, stain, varnish and sealers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Basic carpentry

Electrical basics

Painting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi Property Management

Job description

Maintenance Painter

Northern District

Location: Antigonish, NS
Type of Employment: Full Time, Term (up to 1 year)
Union Status: USW Local 3172-09
Competition #: NOR 26091
Closing Date: October 26, 2026

The Opportunity

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining buildings and grounds in clean and proper order and for carrying out material and equipment installations, renovations, repairs, and servicing in the following areas - painting and basic carpentry and basic plumbing on properties, under the jurisdiction of the Housing Authority in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The incumbent may also be required to assist with the monitoring of contractors engaged to carry out maintenance contracts and provide recommendations regarding the replacement and acquisition of materials and equipment.

Qualifications

Must Have

• Grade 12 or high school equivalent plus five years' experience in building and property maintenance or a related field is required. Must be able to perform basic tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and drywall.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Ability to operate electrical and mechanical tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks using good body mechanics.

Assets:

• Competency in Yardi Property Management software.
• Current Emergency First Aid and/or WHMIS certifications.
• Knowledge of computer systems.

The Fine Print

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.

This position requires a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle. Regular travel within Northern District is required.

What We Offer

Salary: $22.38 - $25.61 hourly (TE 13)
Schedule: 35-hour work week

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning and refurbishing units after tenant move outs and in preparation for re-occupancy; occasionally assist with tenant move outs.
• Repair foundation including crack repairs, parging, flashing and related mortar installations and repair wall frames, floors and partitions, and roofs and sheathing.
• Install, maintain, and repair the following finished carpentry components: door jambs, doors, exterior fascia, soffits, railings and wood trim, counters, cupboards, shelving, windows, glass, and screening.
• Operate motorized equipment such as snow blowers, small tractors, lawn mowers, cement mixers, salt spreaders, etc.
• Replace and maintain wardrobe and closets, toilet and bath accessories, drapery track and postal boxes, identifying devices and clothesline poles and pulleys.
• Replace and repair asphalt and wood shingles, siding, building paper, gable, eave and roof vents, eaves trough, conductor pipe and flashing.
• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces and apply paint, stain, and varnish and associated sealers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Full-time permanent employees also receive:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and pension
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick time and additional leaves
• Work-life balance supports such as modified work weeks
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program