Maintenance Person - Bridgewater, Canada - Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
Description
Maintenance Person
Western District
Location:
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Type of Employment:
Full-time, Permanent
Union Status:
NSGEU Local 25
Competition # WES 23053
Closing Date:
April 3, 2023
About Us
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) is the provincial government agency responsible for the administration and delivery of affordable housing solutions for low-income
Nova Scotians.
We contribute to the prosperity of Nova Scotia by helping individuals and families find a home that's right for them, at a price they can afford, in a healthy and vibrant community that offers the services, support and opportunities they need.
About Our Opportunity
Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Person is responsible for carrying out material and equipment installations, renovations, repairs, and servicing in the following areas - carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting and ventilation, on properties, under the jurisdiction of Western District.
Primary Accountabilities
- Carry out assessment and preventative maintenance to all assigned buildings, appliances, fixtures, utilities and equipment in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain properties under the jurisdiction of the Western District, including walks, driveways and parking areas, drainage systems, curbs and gutters, swales, culverts, manholes, catch basins, etc.
- Prepare and complete documentation such as work orders, vehicle reports,maintenance logs, inspection reports and inventory records.
- Repair vacant units to make them rentready.
- Operate motor vehicles, motorized equipment and power tools used in the trade.
- Respond to afterhours maintenance calls while participating on the standby duty roster.
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12 or equivalent, plus five years' experience in building and property maintenance or a related field. Must be able to perform basic tasks in carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting and drywall.
- Ability to operate electrical and mechanical tools and equipment.
- Ability to perform physical tasks using good body mechanics.
- Knowledge of residential building technology, basic knowledge of National Building Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.
Assets
- Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications.
- Knowledge of computer systems is beneficial.
Competencies required at this level of work are Adaptability, Teamwork, Problem Solving, and Time Management.
Equivalency
Benefits
Based on the employment status, eligibility and union agreement, the NSPHA offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General
Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.
Classification:
TE 15
Salary Range:
$23.17 to $26.73 Hourly
Work Week: 35 hours
Note:
This is not a Civil Service position.
To Apply
Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.
- Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
$23.17-$26.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location:
One location
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