Maintenance Attendant

ABOUT VPCH

Incorporated in 1974, Victoria Park Community Homes is one of the oldest and largest private non-profit housing corporations in the Province of Ontario. Our portfolio that we own and manage has grown to over 3,122 apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes located across Southern Ontario.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Victoria Park Community Homes is built on a strong foundation of teamwork, collaboration and entrepreneurship. It is this foundation that attracts and retains our passionate, dedicated workforce and fuels our competitive spirit and desire to be the affordable housing provider and manager of choice in the communities that we serve.

We have an immediate opening for a full time, permanent, MAINTENANCE ATTENDANT (The Village – 40 Oxford St., 151 and 155 Queen St. N., Hamilton, ON.)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible to perform a variety of repairs and services to buildings, grounds, and equipment at 40 Oxford St., 151 and 155 Queen St. N. (The Village), in a safe and secure manner.

SALARY AND TOTAL REWARDS:

Starting Salary Range: $52,326-$56,054

What’s in it for you:

At Victoria Park Community Homes, we value you, your contributions, and your commitment. As part of our competitive salary and compensation package, we offer a full range of benefits, including:

• Company-paid extended health coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and EFAP


• Paid Professional Training and Development & Education Reimbursement


• Frequent Employee and Team Building Events


• DC Pension Program with up to 6% employer matching.


• Generous vacation and additional paid time off


• Opportunities for community involvement

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work assigned via the Yardi Maintenance Mobile App updating the work order with work performed (including photos where applicable) or as discussed with Property Manager, including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, drywall repair and painting, and general repairs.


• Serve various notices and correspondence. 


• Conduct site inspections, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective action.


• Schedule, assign, and conduct preventative and ongoing maintenance.


• Complete maintenance in vacant units; make ready for new residents.


• Garbage compactor rooms to be checked and assist the Building Manager in changing bins and cleaning compactor room as required. 


• Remove litter and empty garbage receptacles from the common, office, parking garage and playground areas outside the building daily.


• Make preliminary diagnosis and refer major electrical, heating, cooling, water system, life safety systems and elevator faults to the Building Manager. 


• Will assist with the snow clearing/salting program as necessary. 


• Determine maintenance supplies and equipment needs for the operations of the building and grounds. 


• Assist with conducting monthly fire alarm testing.


• Arrange and schedule work according to priorities determined by the Manager. 


• Perform other related duties as described in the position’s Job Summary.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Reliable; has a positive, customer-service oriented attitude


• Excellent English language communication skills – written, spoken, and listening


• Enjoys fixing and maintaining building components in a proficient manner


• Experienced with maintenance of high-rise buildings and residential properties


• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent education 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is based at the Village currently located at 151 Queen Street North, 40 Oxford St and 155 Queen St. N., Hamilton, Ontario with occasional travel to various suppliers in Hamilton.


• Must possess a valid and unrestricted Class G Ontario Driver’s license for the class of vehicle operated.

• Cell phone and access to a company vehicle will be provided.


• Required to wear personal protective equipment regularly.


• Must be bondable and prepared to execute the Bondability Affidavit.


• Frequent exposure to the elements.


• Regular hours of employment are 35 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, with occasional work required outside of regular business hours.


• Will be subject to a current and satisfactory police clearance.

Apply Now!

For more information on our Company, please visit our website at www.vpch.com.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by Tuesday, October 13th, at 4pm.

Victoria Park Community Homes will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are requested to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants in employment opportunities with Victoria Park Community Homes. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No phone calls or placement agencies, thank you.