Maintenance Worker 3 - Ottawa, Canada - Ottawa Community Housing

Ottawa Community Housing

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Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCH) is a landlord who provides 15,000 homes to 32,000 residents including seniors, parents, children, couples, singles and persons with special needs within many communities across the City of Ottawa.

As the largest social and affordable housing provider in Ottawa and the second largest in Ontario, we manage two-thirds of the City's social housing portfolio.

But we are no ordinary landlord.

We are partner, supporter, and cheerleader in the lives of some 32,000 residents who live in affordable and social housing in Ottawa.

Through our vision, mission and values, OCH provides homes that link people in need to supports and services that can help them lead healthy, safe and fulfilling lives.

Call Centre, maintenance and community safety services are available to the tenants 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

While we are a non-profit organization, funded by and operating at arm's length from the City of Ottawa, OCH operates a lean, high-functioning business model, with a social purpose that is well regarded across the social housing sector in Canada and abroad.

The work we do at OCH enables our tenants to fully participate in the socio-economic opportunities of the City. By joining our team, you will play a vital role in the development of safe and healthy communities. Together, we build homes and communities that embrace diversity inclusion.
At OCH, we strive to represent the diversity present within the communities we serve.

We are committed to engaging employees in creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging, where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and feel valued.

Our employees come from all different backgrounds, age groups, sexual orientations, speak a multitude of languages, and share different experiences and perspectives.

We would not have it any other way.
We are proud because every day we make a difference

SCOPE OF POSITION

Reporting to the Property Manager or other assigned Manager, the Maintenance Worker 3 is responsible for the repair and maintenance of properties within the OCH portfolio.

The Maintenance Worker 3 has a variety of skills related to the delivery of a wide range of maintenance services to OCH tenant communities.

The scope of this work involves occupied housing units, vacant units, common areas and grounds.

The primary duties include the requirement to:

Complete repairs and improvements to OCH properties based on assigned work orders and in accordance with industry and OCH standards.
Prepare vacant units for occupancy.
Ensure general safety and security for assigned areas at all times.
Maintain good tenant services and public relations.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Completion of a minimum Grade 10 or equivalent plus relevant training in building maintenance.
A minimum of two (2) years experience in building maintenance/construction.
Health and safety training required by legislation and by OCH.

_Please note that OCH provides tools and a vehicle for all work orders / work during the work day._

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Demonstrated knowledge of methods and techniques of building repair and maintenance tasks as illustrated by previous work experience and practical testing.
Working knowledge of applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
General knowledge of corporate policies and procedures related to health and safety.
Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
Ability to communicate effectively with all work related contacts.
Ability and skills to perform routine and special repairs and maintenance tasks.
Must possess the physical and technical capabilities to perform the duties of the position.

COMPETENCY PROFILE:

The core competencies to effectively perform in this position are Delivers Great Service, Builds Strong Work Relationships and Puts Learning to Work.

It is expected that these behaviours are demonstrated up to and including the specified level for each competency. Click here for the full competency profile.

Delivers Great Service

Builds Strong Work Relationships

Puts Learning to Work

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LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

Oral fluency, reading and writing abilities in English are required.
Bilingualism is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid class "G" driver's licence or equivalent.
Security Clearance is required.

WHY WORK WITH US:

Ottawa Community Housing (OCH) has been named the National Capital Region's Top Employer for the past four years in a row and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures in 2020.

OCH provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our employees, including:

A commitment to work-life balance and access to alternate work arrangements
100% employer paid medical and dental benefits including a healthcare spending account for flexibility in benefit coverage
A defined benefit pension with the Ontario Municipal Employees Retire