Employment Opportunity – Facility Operations – Maintenance Specific
The Medicine Hat Community Housing Society (MHCHS) is seeking to fill a full-time position within the Facility Operations Department. The Maintenance Specific position performs a variety of trade level tasks to keep MHCHS facilities, their systems and equipment working efficiently. This position operates a truck-based repair and maintenance service for the agency.
Key Position Responsibilities
Professional and timely maintenance of all housing facilities, systems and equipment associated with MHCHS owned and managed properties in coordination with the Maintenance Lead Hand.
Routine maintenance and work order requests of MHCHS owned and managed properties consistent with MHCHS operating guidelines and standards.
Performs and carries out routine preventative maintenance, inventory and data-base management.
Perform duties associated with delivery and removal of appliances and equipment (e.g. fridges, stoves, hot water tanks, etc.).
Documents and reports necessary repairs and potential problems to Management.
Completes thorough records related to completion of maintenance work orders and related paperwork.
Assists with annual unit inspections.
Delegated suite repairs and clean up, duties associated with suite turnovers.
Professional tenant relations and customer service, projecting a positive image of self and organization to the public.
Assist with the general security of MHCHS owned and managed properties and ensure the safety of MHCHS tenants, visitors and general public while performing duties.
Other duties as assigned by the Facility Operations Manager and/or Lead Hand.
Key Requirements
Successful completion of Grade 12 or high school equivalency diploma.
Trade and/or Fifth Class Power Engineering certification.
3 - 5 years practical experience in maintenance/construction.
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
Ability to estimate repairs and initiate work required.
Demonstrated working knowledge and ability to use power and hand tools and equipment.
Demonstrated computer and record-keeping skills.
Mechanical aptitude with trade level understanding of maintenance principles.
Ability and flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and solve routine work problems.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing with fellow employees and members of the
general public.
Ability to make sound decisions using good judgement in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in confined spaces and disagreeable environments.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, contractors,
tenants and general public.
Reliable and dependable.
Ability to work within established policies and procedures
Proven planning and organizational skills.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Sensitivity to the dignity of those in need of social housing.
A valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
Bondable and trustworthy.
Constant physical demands ranging from lifting and carrying to operating machinery.
Rotating on call schedule for emergency maintenance.
For more information, please visit www.mhchs.ca
Thank you for your interest in the Medicine Hat Community Housing Society.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $23.66-$29.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
