Maintenance Coordinator

Job Summary

The **Maintenance Coordinator** plays a crucial role in supporting Crossroads for Women (CFW) in its mission to help women and children transition from crisis to empowerment through safe housing, education, and one-on-one support. This is a part-time (20-30 hours per week) position that has an hourly wage of $21 per hour is for a 6-month contract with the possibility of an extension. Reporting to the Executive Director and Program Director, the Maintenance Coordinator ensures that all of Crossroads' properties and vehicles are well maintained and manages goods and services at the organization. This role contributes to fostering a culture where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.

**Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate, oversee, and perform regular building maintenance and repairs, including light tasks like painting, patching walls, hanging frames, clearing drains, and changing tires.
- Manage third-party service providers for cleaning, snow plowing, lawn care, and routine vehicle maintenance.
- Lead the Occupational Health and Safety Committee, oversee monthly inspections, and ensure compliance with fire marshal and health regulations, including WHMIS enforcement.
- Ensure safety for building occupants and visitors by conducting regular building inspections, preparing reports, and maintaining compliance with applicable policies, regulations, and building codes.
- Respond to tenant inquiries and resolve issues in collaboration with the Program Director and case managers.
- Complete donation pickups and weekly grocery orders, and manage pantry and freezer organization.
- Nurture partnerships with food banks and other organizations, and maintain an organized donations room and garage.
- Contribute to the contractor logbooks, plan preventative maintenance, and support capital asset budget planning.
- Perform other supportive tasks related to Crossroads for Women’s houses, residents, and staff.

**Qualifications**:

- Education: Grade 12 diploma required; post-secondary training preferred.
- Experience: 2+ years of related experience (property management, handyman or a similar role).
- Technical Proficiency: Basic proficiency in Google Suite and web-based data management software.
- Communication: Excellent written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills in English; bilingualism is an asset.
- Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality, adhere to ethical standards, and uphold professional boundaries.
- Organization: Highly organized, able to manage multiple demands concurrently under tight timelines.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Respectful of cultural differences, socio-economic status, and lifestyle diversity.
- Compassion and Learning: Ability to work with compassion, understand social justice issues, and incorporate feminist, anti-racism, and anti-oppression frameworks.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, sit for extended periods, read from computer screens, and maintain office equipment.
- Special Requirements/Training:

- Satisfactory vulnerable sector and criminal record check upon hire and maintained throughout employment
- CPR and First Aid certification (employer-provided).
- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Must work on-site and be legally able to work in Canada.
- Knowledge of Relevant Laws: Familiar with applicable laws, regulations, and building codes.
Résumé du poste

Coordinateur de travaux d'entretien joue un rôle crucial en soutenant Carrefour pour femmes (CFW) dans sa mission d'aider les femmes et les enfants à passer de la crise à l'autonomisation grâce à un logement sûr, à l'éducation et à un soutien individuel. Il s'agit d'un poste à temps partiel (20-30 heures par semaine) avec un salaire horaire de 21 dollars, pour un contrat de 6 mois avec possibilité de prolongation. Sous la responsabilité de la directrice générale, Coordinateur de travaux d'entretien veille à ce que toutes les propriétés du Carrefour soient bien entretenues, à ce que les procédures de sécurité soient respectées pour le personnel et les résidents et à ce que les biens et les services soient gérés au sein de l'organisation. Cette fonction contribue à favoriser une culture où chacun se sent en sécurité, valorisé et respecté.

Responsabilités
- Coordonner, superviser et effectuer l'entretien et les réparations régulières des bâtiments, y compris les tâches légères telles que la peinture, le ragréage des murs, l'accrochage des cadres, le dégorgement des canalisations et le changement des pneus.
- Gérer les prestataires de services tiers pour le nettoyage, le déneigement, l'entretien des pelouses et l'entretien courant des véhicules.
- Assurer la sécurité des occupants des bâtiments et des visiteurs en procédant à des inspections régulières des bâtiments, en préparant des rapports et en veillant au respect des politiques, des réglementations et des codes du bâtiment applicables.
- Répondre aux demandes des locataires et résoudre les problèmes en collaboration avec le directeur