Pre-occupancy Technician

Location

Edmonton - 204, 4212 Gateway Blvd. NW

Business

As part of Brookfield Asset Management — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound ESG practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

We redefine how home and life come together for over 60 years. At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder within the Brookfield Properties family, we have had one goal in mind - to create the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning vibrant communities to the building of well-designed homes and commercial properties, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.

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**Job Description**:
Your Team- The Pre-Occupancy Technician is a front line quality control and detailing position responsible and accountable for auditing the compliance of construction complete units for quality conformance, system function, and completion of any job specific details. The Pre-Occupancy Technician is responsible for identifying, communicating, coordinating and executing the final detailing and any necessary repairs to all cosmetic surfaces, fixture, and appliances within Brookfield units, with the goal of presenting a deficiency free unit for the Customer Orientation. In the event that deficiencies are identified during the Customer Orientation, this position is responsible for the correction of the identified deficiencies prior to occupancy.- Your Key Deliverables-
- Quality Control:_Perform comprehensive inspections on the interior and exterior of home to ensure home is completed according to the approved plans, specifications, building codes and relevant warranty programs
- Perform Quality Control check using Brookfield’s Pre-Occupancy Checklist clearly identify items for correction
- Identify trends or construction issues effecting build quality
- Train and mentor junior staff in “Brookfield Best Practices” and construction techniques
- Reporting:_File and provide formal documentation of quality control checks to managers and follow up on identified deficiencies until rectified
- Communicate deficiencies to appropriate trades partners for rectification
- Maintain regular communication with Site Management regarding status of homes in a Pre-Occupancy cycle
- Provide required safety inspections responsible trades
- Communicate feedback of trends or construction issues to Site Management
- Construction:_Audit various installed finished materials, building life systems, installations, fixtures and appliance for fit, finish and function
- Conduct light drywall tough up duties as required
- Conduct light to moderate painting duties as required
- Conduct basic finishing carpentry work was required
- Conduct basic touch ups to wood and simulated wood surfaces (flooring, cabinets, etc.)
- Conduct basic repairs to vinyl and fiberglass
- Conduct basic electrical connections (hang lights, connect appliances, etc.)
- Utilize common hand and power tools for general carpentry work, including repairs
- Work from heights following OH&s Act, Regulation and Code
- Work with various construction methods and housing products
- Install doors
- Ensure all team members and trades partners clean up after themselves, and that units are clean at all times
- Move material and equipment
- Support other aspects of Brookfield construction operations as required
- Liaise with municipal officials as required regarding items of code compliance
- Liaise with Brookfield contractors to educate in Brookfield “best practices” and quality requirements and techniques
- Safety:_Participate in Brookfield Safety Program
- Assist in training of junior staff in tool use and Safe Work Practices
- Assist in training of Framing and Erecting Contractors in Brookfield Site Safety Requirements
- Ensure life safety systems are in place and functioning for occupancy inspection
- Problem Solving:_Identify and solve any technical and workmanship problems in the Pre-Occupancy process, including, but not limited to paint deficiencies, structural problems, installation of finishing material, and overall quality of interior work inside the home
- Facilitate effective communication between trades
- Handle current issues and proactively solve problems to ensure the quality of workmanship is kept to a high standard. Under take various types of repairs, including painting, drywall, caulking, and carpentry
- Supervise sub-trades and staff who may be assigned to this position
- Must Haves-
2+ years of general reside