Maintenance Technician

About us
Homeward Trust Holding Company (HTHC) is a not-for-profit organization that operates companies to support the mission of ending homelessness. HTHC is comprised of three entities: Find Furniture Bank (Find), 1654889 AB Ltd., and 1075877 AB Ltd.
- Find is a social enterprise, operating in partnership with Homeward Trust Foundation (HTF) and housing-focused community agencies. Find’s goals are to provide essential furnishings free of charge to individuals and families who are moving out of homelessness and to supply low-cost, quality furniture and housewares for sale to the public. Find’s creation has its roots in the realization that access to affordable furniture was a key component in allowing the homeless to be housed, and housing sustainability.
- 1654889 AB Ltd. focuses on housing and development and holds land and properties requiring ongoing management and development, including supportive and affordable housing.
- 1075877 AB Ltd. manages special project contracts that are funded by Homeward Trust Foundation. This entity serves as the receiver for the former Umisk Affordable Housing Society portfolio which consists of multiple properties for the Indigenous population.

Whether it is helping to furnish a home through Find Furniture Bank Ltd., managing existing properties under the current portfolio, or participating in specialized housing development projects, HTHC is a dedicated partner in the collective effort to end homelessness in Edmonton.
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing general maintenance, repair and upkeep of occupied and vacant residential properties, buildings and land that are owned, managed or administered by Homeward Trust Edmonton. Our housing portfolio includes over 25 buildings (primarily residential or apartment units) that are directly owned or managed in partnership with other stakeholders, with 70 units of designated Indigenous housing requiring both tenant and property management.
This position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. This is a mobile role requiring self-management, initiative, independence of action, and personal accountability, as the majority of duties are conducted off-site and at multiple locations.
**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- As assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, plan, coordinate and complete repairs/maintenance and improvements for all buildings, fixtures, appliances, equipment and other general upkeep on a timely basis to ensure tenant satisfaction and safety
- Complete minor suite renovations or upgrade work including painting, general carpentry, plumbing and light fixture upgrades. This includes troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on appliances, plumbing /electrical systems
- Complete general maintenance to building exteriors, parking areas and common areas
- General landscaping, mowing, hedge trimming, shovel sidewalks and common walkways. This may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas.
- Conduct Preventative Maintenance inspections and reporting
- If required, assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.
- Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as scheduled. Must carry cell phone as required for on-call maintenance.
- Responsible for alerting the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that have taken place or that may occur in residential units.
- Complete make-ready process of vacant apartments as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Complete invoice, expense and mileage reimbursement on a monthly basis
- Maintain a professional courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.
- Ensure work is conducted in compliance with OHS legislation and regulations.
- Ensure compliance of all work-related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner.
- Other duties as may be required

**Education & Experience**:

- Minimum High School diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education with technical related courses in trades (carpentry, electrical, plumbing etc.)
- Minimum 4 years of experience in residential repair, renovations and maintenance
- WHMIS, First Aid and related safety tickets are required
- Experience in dealing with tenants, contractors and related stakeholders.
- Experience in Indigenous and Indigenous peoples, human services, not for profit organizations and working with disadvantaged individuals is an asset.

**Skills, Abilities & Knowledge**:

- Thorough knowledge and understanding of maintenance systems and equipment.
- Able to safely operate a variety of power and non-power tools.
- General construction, plumbing and electrical knowledge.
- Safely operate landscaping equipment such as lawnmower, trimmers, hedgers, etc.
- Able to maneuver up to 70 kg with proper equipment.
- Able to spend up to eight hours walking, standing, climbing, crouching, lifting a