Maintenance Technician

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

Arpeg’s vision guides our decision-making and is purposeful about cultivating stronger communities together. In support of our vision, Arpeg continues to pursue innovative, one-of-a-kind development opportunities as it grows and upgrades its existing portfolio of real estate communities.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for supporting existing and developing communities with general maintenance and or construction related initiatives. The Maintenance technician will report to the Maintenance Manager and or the Site Superintendent depending on the job schedule. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in dynamic work environments.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

Property Maintenance
- Works on planned maintenance activities and oversees third party service trades to facilitate building maintenance.
- Complete assigned and scheduled work orders and carry out preventive maintenance.
- Undertake general repair/renovation activities to restore/upgrade residential apartment units.
- Troubleshoot/ diagnose equipment failure and carryout repairs
- Conduct regular building inspections and restore (imminent) defects or perform corrective maintenance activities
- Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers and pallet jacks.
- Cleaning, organizing and performing other duties as assigned.

Construction
- Clean the site by removing debris and sorting materials and recyclables appropriately.
- Set up work areas for tradespeople in advance.
- Perform skilled site tasks including grading, painting, basic carpentry, basic drywall, demolition, cement/rebar work, and deficiency work.
- Maintain tools and equipment and coordinate with supervisor if replacement or service required.
- Assist site team with other labour and carpentry duties as assigned.
- Receive and unload deliveries.
- Operate mobile equipment as qualified and directed.

Reporting
- Logs all maintenance and construction activities in the appropriate management systems
- Consults with management on quality issues, technical issues / problems, etc.
- Report all injuries, incidents or unsafe working conditions to their direct supervisor or site HSE coordinator as soon as possible

Compliance
- Works in compliance with all relevant safety regulations and procedures as well as technical standards
- Signals potential hazardous and / or unsafe situations, takes appropriate action is case of imminent unsafe situations

**SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS**
- 4+ years of work experience in a maintenance/construction role.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experienced with hand tools and power tools.
- Solid understanding of construction and or maintenance processes as well as an ability to, with mínimal direction, complete their assigned tasks.
- Be physically capable of meeting the job demands, including working on your feet for 8 hours or more, lifting objects weighing up to 55lbs, and carrying out physical tasks over extended periods.
- Drivers License is a requirement and access to a vehicle is an asset.
- Basic carpentry skills are an asset.
- Proficient with Gmail and Microsoft office suite are requirements
- Ability to document findings and communicate them in an efficient manner
- Ability to travel as required to attend sites throughout the Pacific North West

The main objective of the Maintenance Technician will be to undertake maintenance and construction related tasks at a variety of different properties to support existing and developing communities.

**COMPENSATION**
- Salary will be a minimum of $50,000.00 with negotiation consistent for commensurate experience
- $1,000.00 annual participation in Arpeg’s Wellness Account in support of holistic health and well being
- 2 weeks vacation
- A pet-friendly, inclusive, and flexible team that genuinely cares about your experience
- Additional learning opportunities and professional development support