Building Attendant

GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. We believe in generating value by creating vibrant, sustainable communities that engage, excite, and inspire. Our people live our values through the work they do and the results they deliver. Our core values are keeping our word, working better together and embracing diversity.
This temporary role is responsible for repair and upkeep services in one of our multi-residential apartment buildings located in Montreal. With as many as 4-10 service requests per day, building attendants must be prepared to respond to any of a variety of maintenance needs, often with very little advance notice and a selective degree of urgency expressed by the resident. The role is also responsible for the daily cleaning and upkeep of common areas in the and around the building.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plumbing: includes the repair, replacement or installation of faucets, pipes, hot water tanks, toilets, garbage disposals, dishwashers, water-dispensing refrigerators, and washing machines
- Electrical: includes the repair, replacement or installation of power switches, fuses, wall sockets, ceiling lights, ceiling fans, climate control systems, and garage doors openers
- Appliance Repair: includes the repair, replacement or installation of major household appliances, such as refrigerators, dishwashers, range ovens, washers and dryers, hot water tanks, and air conditioners
- Cleaning/Housekeeping: includes maintaining a tidy appearance in shared community locations, such as the leasing office lobby, fitness room or recreational areas.
- Inspections: includes daily inspections of mechanical rooms and works completed by external vendors. Complete inspections in vacant suites before new renters assume occupancy.
- Customer Service: includes professional, prompt and courteous correspondence with residents when scheduling and providing maintenance services, and with contracted vendors that provide additional facility services
- Time Management: includes maintaining an organized scheduling and tracking system, usually by paper, to effectively complete all maintenance requests in a timely manner and in the order by which they were received or by level of urgency

QUALIFICATION
- 2 years experience in a maintenance role
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Property Management experience an asset
- Must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal relationship skills
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and follow-up is required
- Must be a self-starter with high degree of initiative, flexibility, and professionalism
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people and interests while being culturally aware
- Possess knowledge of health and safety practices
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions and be able to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual
- Bilingual (French and English)

WHAT WE OFFER
- 3 weeks of vacation per year
- 3 paid personal days per year
- Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
- Eligible to participate in our annual performance based bonus program
- A comprehensive health benefits plan that supports you and your family
- Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
- Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Many social and team events

Our Business
Learn more about our commercial and residential businesses, our values, and careers at GWLRA.
Our Commitment to Diversity
GWL Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.