Maintenance Worker

Satellite Community Homes is a non-profit property management company with a dedicated team of board members, volunteers and staff committed to strengthening individuals, families, neighbourhoods and communities through the provision of safe, quality, affordable homes.

We operate an inclusive workplace environment in which employees take responsibility for their actions and performance, demonstrate integrity, respect and courtesy, contribute to organizational outcomes, and are committed to providing the highest quality of service.

**WE ARE SEEKING A FULL TIME MAINTENANCE WORKER**

**JOB TITLE**:Maintenance Worker

**COMPENSATION**: Annual salary range $61,221.11 - $71,620.04 per year + enhanced benefits

**REPORTS TO**:Facility Manager, Satellite Community Homes

**POSTION SUMMARY**:The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of various housing properties within the Region of Waterloo.

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**

**GENERAL**
- Carry out preventative maintenance routines as per the preventative maintenance plan
- Conduct weekly inspections of the common areas of apartment buildings, including boiler and electrical rooms and stairwells
- Respond to maintenance requests
- Completed work, hours and cost factors on work orders in the property management software daily.
- Assist with inspections of housing units, common areas and building exteriors
- Report any serious maintenance problems or emergency situations to the Maintenance Coordinator/Manager
- Conduct unit turnover inspections
- Monitor inventory and maintain tools
- Replace locks in the case of eviction, move-out, abandonment or malfunction
- Routine site maintenance i.e. garage pick up, landscaping, etc.

**CONTRACTORS**
- Provide access for tradespeople, as needed
- Inspect work in progress of Contractors and evaluate completed jobs, reporting outcomes to the Maintenance Coordinator/Manager

**SUPPLIES AND TOOLS**
- In consultation with the Maintenance Coordinator/Manager, maintain on-going inventory of maintenance/repair supplies
- In consultation with the Maintenance Coordinator/Manager conduct annual inventory of supplies and equipment

**EMERGENCY ON CALL**
- Participate in a 5-week On Call rotation
- Address after-hours maintenance emergencies in the absence of contractors or licensed tradesperson

**ACCESS AND ACCESS CONTROLS**
- Enter units as required and in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act;
**CONDUCT**
- Maintain courteous, business-like relations with all tenants, directors, staff and other persons having business with the Non-Profit, including contractors, tradespersons and suppliers
- This job posting is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities_

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- Required to regularly wear personal protective equipment
- Frequent exposure to the elements
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle throughout employment (Mileage allowance provided).
- Must be able to lift 25 kilograms

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum grade 12 education
- Three to five years’ relevant experience related to maintenance i.e. electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, general handyman, etc.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, time management and organization skills
- Sound knowledge of building management/maintenance routines; Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, Occupational Health & Safety, WHMIS and other relevant legislation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365; property management/maintenance
- based software (i.e. Arcori, HM Works)
- Be bondable and prepared to execute a Bondability Affidavit
- Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppressive practices
- Awareness of systemic issues that contribute to poverty, racism and homelessness
- Ability to speak a second language an asset
- Certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset
- This position is open only to those legally entitled to work in Canada._
- Satellite Community Homes Corporation will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We appreciate the interest of all applicants in employment opportunities with Satellite Community Homes. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or placement agencies, _

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $61,221.11 - $71,620.04 per year.

**Benefits**:

- 100% paid dental and extended health care
- RRSP employer matching program
- Mileage allowance provided

**Schedule**:

- 7.5-hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call 5-week rotation

**Ability to commute/relocate**:

- Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Facilities Maintenance Occupations: 3 year (preferred)
- Maintenance: 3 year (preferred)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $61,2