Property & Vehicle Maintenance Officer

Position Details

• The is a 6-Month term position

This is a term position subject to end with 2 weeks / 1 pay period notice, whichever is longer.

• The starting wage is $25.35 per hour.
• The successful candidate will be required to use their own vehicle to travel between our CRP (Community Residential Program) & CS (Community Services) homes and commercial properties.
• This position involves inspecting homes and performing limited maintenance and repair tasks.
• Mileage is reimbursed at $0.46 per KM, in alignment with WRHA rates.

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family.

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves – free from fear of discrimination – while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of St.Amant, the goals and objectives of Corporate Operations and promotes a customer service focus in the provision of direct and indirect services to St.Amant people supported, staff and customers. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Property and Vehicle Services, facilitates and participates in the maintenance, repairs and renovations to St.Amant external properties and ensures that the delivery of services are consistent with legislation, regulations, City of Winnipeg By-Laws, policies, procedures and program protocols where applicable. Ensures maintenance and renovations will meet high standards and will support the day-to-day client care and service/program area needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational:

• Grade 12 or equivalent Manitoba standard
• Post-secondary education or equivalent in a relevant field
• Courses or certification in Property Management or Journeyman Certification in a relevant trade or a minimum of 3 years related experience

Professional:

• Knowledge of property construction, building codes and property maintenance is required
• Several years of experience in general maintenance or building construction
• Knowledge of Family Services licensing regulations
• Knowledge of Manitoba Public Insurance is an asset
• Knowledge of the operating structure, regulations and legislation of Family Services, Child and Family Services and Residential Care Licensing is an asset
• Proficient in operating Windows-based systems and related software applications
• Ability to record data manually and use various software programs
• Knowledge of safe work procedures and contractor safety programs

Personal:

• Must possess a valid Manitoba driver's license and a personal vehicle is a necessity for travel to community based properties and vendors
• Communicates professionally and builds effective working relationships
• Works collaboratively in teams and demonstrates strong problem-solving skills
• Applies policies, procedures and safety standards effectively to meet the needs
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and initiative
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Committed to continuous quality improvement

Program/Service Support

The Maintenance Officer, Property & Vehicle Services will participate in the hands on repair, maintenance and renovations as well as in the supervision of contractors in their performance of repairs, maintenance and renovations at St.Amant external properties.

Duties include:

• Responds to and schedules assigned work orders and personally conducts onsite maintenance, repairs and renovations
• Participates in the estimating process for repairs and renovations. Ensures approvals are obtained and documented prior to contracting services or purchasing equipment, furniture, etc.
• Regularly updates assigned work orders in HIPPO maintenance management systems
• Supervises on-site contractor renovations, repairs and maintenance to ensure completion, code and cope of work adherence and quality of all work
• Ensures all properties meet building codes, fire codes, licensing regulations and the City of Winnipeg By-Laws
• Reports on the status of work completed and work outstanding to the Supervisor, Property & Vehicle Services
• Reports all matters of significance, unusual or sensitive events immediately to Supervisor and addresses and investigates urgent and emergency situations

Duties and Responsibilities also include but are not limited to:

• Human Resource Management
• Financial Resource Management
• Quality Management and Process Improvement
• Organization Planning and Development

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Health & Dental Plans, Life Insurance Plans, Long Term Disability, Employer Paid-Employee Assistance Plan, and Employer-Matched Pension Plan. We also offer access to an on-site gym, professional development training opportunities, and affordable staff parking.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

As a Condition of Employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date.

St.Amant supports equitable employment practices and promotes an inclusive workforce representative of the people we support including diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection and hiring process.