Maintenance Technician
Arbutus Properties is a leading commercial and residential property development company, offering a dynamic work environment, attractive compensation and benefits package, and vast opportunity for advancement. We are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician with a strong work ethic, the desire to be part of a team, and the skills to assist in the maintenance of our rental portfolio in Saskatoon.
Summary
Reporting to the Client Care Coordinator, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance and appearance of our apartment buildings in Saskatoon.
Responsibilities
- Prepare apartments for occupancy using checklist (drywall repairs, painting / touch-ups, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs)
- Complete maintenance / service requests for residents
- Conduct daily and weekly building inspections
- Perform system repairs on electrical, plumbing, boilers, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances etc.
- Complete drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.
- Learn to distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed, as well as knowledge and ability to identify correct paint sheen and color
- Perform daily grounds maintenance of the property including picking up and disposing of all trash, pet defecation removal, maintain pet waste stations, and sweeping walkways
- Follow the schedule for preventive maintenance for larger systems and equipment
- Ensure common areas and amenities are clean and maintained daily to the highest of quality standards
- Ensure maintenance shop/custodial area is clean, organized, and advise of supplies needed to restocking
- Report building issues to the Client Care Coordinator
- Inspect, respond to, and follow up with safety issues, accidents, liabilities and emergency situations immediately
- Seasonal maintenance needs
- Other cleaning and maintenance duties as required by the Property Manager
Requirements
- Prior building maintenance experience is required
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Physically capable and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work on feet all day
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliances, building systems and HVAC systems
- Be respectful, have a great attitude and display a high prioritization of customer service
- Able to deal with tenants in a diplomatic and pleasant manner
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage deadlines and show initiative
- Yardi Voyager experience is an asset
- Professional in appearance
- Reliable and prompt
- Work effectively and cooperatively as a team player
- Ability to work outside of normal scheduled hours as needed / after-hours and on-call
- Strong communication skills with intermediate to advance English proficiency
- Detail oriented, well organized
- Must have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all times
- Legally able to work in Canada
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