In-house Painter

Ferguslea Properties is the proud owner and operator of Accora Village, Canada’s largest privately owned rental community. Accora Village is comprised of over 2,400 homes and over 9,000 residents in the west-end of Ottawa. The community is 150 acres of tree lined streets, ideal for people interested in an active and healthy lifestyle.Ferguslea Properties is committed to providing our residents and community with a best-in-class experience.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the In-House Painter will provide general painting labour support to the Maintenance Department and play an active role in ensuring that our properties are aestheticallly pleasing and well-maintained.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
The primary duties and responsibilities of the In-House Painter will include:

- Drywall, plaster and wallpaper repairs, touch-ups and alterations at various Accora Village properties in interior and exterior common areas and in occupied and unoccupied tenant units as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or other designated supervisors.
- Painting, including touch-ups and alterations at various Accora Village properties in interior and exterior common areas and in occupied and unoccupied tenant units as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or other designated supervisors.
- Minor capital projects painting at various Accora Village properties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or other designated supervisors.
- Maintaining and reporting inventory of Accora Village painting equipment and materials
- Providing assistance to other staff to enable completion of work in a timely and secure manner; and such other duties appropriate to the worker’s level of skill and responsibility
- They may perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Maintenance Supervisors and Senior Maintenance Manager.
- Working with handheld technology to track daily tasks and payroll

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Secondary School Diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum 2 years’ experience with commercial painting, property maintenance or equivalent demonstrated work experience is expected
- Unless an accommodation under Ontario’s Humans Rights Code is applicable, it is a requirement of the company that all eligible employees are and will remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- WHMIS and Fall Protection Training would be an asset
- Completion of training for both Mold & Asbestos Remediation pursuant to current provincial & federal health & safety legislation would be an asset
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle
- Reasonable fluency in written and verbal English. Other language skills are an asset.
- Must have or be willing to obtain a valid criminal background check

WORKING CONDITIONS
- Interior and exterior work in all weather conditions
- Exposure to unsanitary conditions, noise, dust and fumes
- The job description implies the performance of repetitive tasks
- Entry into resident’s homes
- Frequent travel between buildings to visit properties and inspect equipment
- Competing demands may create stress
- Occasional lifting and carrying tools or equipment up to 50 pounds may be required

We've got great perks

When you join Ferguslea Properties in this role, you gain access to:

- Health/ Wellness initiatives
- 10 Paid Sick Days
- A monthly vehicle allowance
- Starting at 3 week's paid vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Use of our recreation centre, fitness amenities, and related programming
- Community Involvement & philanthropy opportunities
- Comprehensive medical & dental benefits
- Corporate RRSP Program
- Educational Support programs
- Regular Employee engagement opportunities
- Free on - site parking
- Opportunities to attend Hockey, football, soccer games & concerts
- Rent discounts for full-time permanent employees living on site
- Room for advancement & internal promotions
- Paid training & development opportunities

At Ferguslea, we are committed to taking every reasonable precaution in the circumstances to protect the health and safety of our employees and residents from the hazard of COVID-19, as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Unless an accommodation under Ontario’s Humans Rights Code is applicable, it is the expectation of the company that all eligible employees are and will remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We will provide accommodations as required by law.