Maintenance Technician

PeakMade Real Estate; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company located in Kingston, Ontario seeks a Maintenance Technician. This role involves performing various maintenance tasks to enhance the value of the assigned apartment community. Key responsibilities include ensuring repairs, maintaining customer service excellence, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and the ability to troubleshoot HVAC and plumbing systems. This position includes paid parental leave, PTO days, a 401(k) match, and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

15 Days of PTO + 2 additional 'Wellbeing Days'

401(k) Match

Wellness initiatives

Technical training and certifications

Qualifications

• At least one year maintenance experience, preferably in the apartment industry.
• EPA certification Type I and II preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment.

Skills

Customer service

HVAC troubleshooting

Plumbing repair

Electrical repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Refrigerant recovery units

Ladders

Job description

Description

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance tasks necessary to maintain and enhance the value of an assigned apartment community. This pinnacle role is foundational to the community’s success; the ideal candidate is a resident-focused team player with a strong technical aptitude who takes pride in the work they perform.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly and in a timely manner
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor with monitoring inventory of equipment, tools, parts and supplies at appropriate levels
• Maintain excellent customer service standards
• Comply with all personnel management policies and procedures and maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule
• Communicate effectively with residents, fellow employees, vendors and supervisors
• Work with Maintenance Supervisor to adhere to budget guidelines and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with maintaining a hazard communications program
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features as required to minimize liability concerns
• Ensure adherence to the company's safety and hazard communications programs, policies and procedures
• Work with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that physical condition of the community is maintained according to company operating and safety standards
• Work with maintenance team to ensure excellent curb appeal at all times
• Assist residents with the move-in/move-out process as needed
• Assist with the scheduling and performance of all maintenance/repair-related turn events
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals
• Address complaints and resolve issues in a timely and professional fashion
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the general upkeep and cleaning of office, common areas and model
• Assist in the daily cleanup of the exterior of the property including grounds, breezeways, and all common areas
• Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate, timely chemical logs
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency service
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least one year maintenance experience, preferably in the apartment industry
• EPA certification Type I and II preferred
• Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule as required
• Ability to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays as required
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances and all other systems at community.
• Other licenses and certifications as required by local, state or federal law

Additional Qualifications

• Position requires individuals to be able to use general maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment
• All equipment must be used without jeopardizing the safety of themselves, fellow associates, and residents

What You’ll Get (Peak Perks)

• Paid Parental Leave + one year of diapers, on us
• 15 Days of PTO + 2 additional "Wellbeing Days"
• 401(k) Match
• Wellness initiatives, healthy team competitions and reward programs through Peak's LiveWell program
• Facilities related leadership program
• Additional technical training
• Technical certifications available (HVAC / CPO)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Monthly renewal bonuses
• Additional rewards and recognition
• 10 Year Peakiversary Trip

Physical Activities

• Position requires ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances
• Use of ladders to access heights in excess of eight to nine feet
• The ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves, residents or fellow employees
• Frequent bending and/or stooping to access equipment and machinery necessary when assisting with or performing tasks

Who We Are

PeakMade Real Estate is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in the management and development of off-campus student housing, multi-family and build to rent communities across the US. Our working environment is fun, collaborative, forward-thinking and purposeful.

PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

PeakMade’s Commitment To Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

People Matter Most — and we mean all people.

At PeakMade Real Estate, the goal of collaborating to promote diversity and inclusion is at our core. We believe our differences should be celebrated and our experiences should be shared. We believe in creating a culture powered by the acceptance of others and promoting the involvement of everyone. We also believe in owning our responsibility to learn more about the differences that make us stronger, engaging and advocating for marginalized groups of people, and developing mutual respect for each other.