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Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust
** 50 Best Employers in Canada 2014 **
Our Maintenance People,
As Canada's largest residential landlord, CAPREIT prides itself on the smooth operation and safety of our properties. Our Maintenance crew is responsible for the coordination of all major repairs and improvements necessary for a portfolio of properties. They key goal of the team is to maintain a properly functioning and inviting environment throughout the building for our staff and residents.
An ideal candidate for this position should have excellent communication skills, a background in building mechanics, good knowledge of painting and accessories and general HVAC/plumbing and electrical knowledge. The ability to follow directions, work with tight deadlines and handle multiple jobs in an organized fashion is critical for success in this role. In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess a means of travelling short distances between properties throughout the day.
This position compensates between $48000 -- $52,000 annually (apartment allowance available for live-in maintenance) and offers group health benefits.
Please note that applications from all interested individuals are appreciated; however, we will only contact candidates that are selected for an interview.
CAPREIT values diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
Specific Maintenance Activities
- Remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
- Perform routine maintenance jobs and repairs
- Empty waste containers
- Sweep, mop, scrub and wax floors
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling and ventilation systems
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on electrical systems
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on appliances
- Paint
- Repair drywall
- Work with minimal supervision
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Work Setting
- Apartment/condominium complex
Equipment Operated/Used
- Power tools
- Industrial vacuum cleaners/power sweepers
- Power lawn mowers
- Snowblowers
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Criminal record check (abstract)