Maintenance Person Met 22119 - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency

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Halifax, Canada

4 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Maintenance Person

Metropolitan District

Location :
Halifax, NS

Type of Employment:
Full Time, Term up to 1 year

Union Status:
IUOE Local 721B

Competition # MET 22119

Closing Date:
December 06, 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.

We accomplish this by working closely with other levels of government as well as private and community partners.

Across its districts, NSPHA provides more than 11,200 safe, affordable homes as part of its

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, basic electrical, painting, ventilation, on properties, under the jurisdiction of NSPHA.

Primary Accountabilities

Maintain properties under the jurisdiction of the Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency, including maintenance and repairs of walks, driveways, and parking areas.
Carry out assessment and preventative maintenance to all assigned buildings, appliances, fixtures, utilities, and equipment in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Maintain buildings and grounds in clean and proper order.
Report any safety issues related to contractors engaged to carry out maintenance contracts to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Maintain and repair all aspects of the building envelope of NSPHA properties.
Prepare and complete documentation such as work orders, vehicle reports, maintenance logs, inspection reports, and inventory records.
Repair vacant units to make them rentready.
Recommend the replacement or acquisition of equipment and materials.
Others assigned duties.

Qualifications and Experience

Grade 12 plus five years of experience in building and property maintenance or a related field is required. Must be able to perform standard tasks in carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting and drywall.
Knowledge of residential building technology, basic knowledge of National Building Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Ability to operate electrical tools, mechanical tools and perform physical tasks using good body mechanics.
Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, sound judgment and initiative when investigating, questioning, and dealing with inquiries, requests, and submissions.
Possess a valid Nova Scotia driver's license and a good driving record.

Assets

First Aid and WHMIS certifications.
Knowledge of computer systems.

Competencies required at this level of work are Attention to Details, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Client Orientation and Effective Interactive Communication.

Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, child abuse registry and confirmation of education credentials.

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:
MAINTENANCE

Salary:
$26.71 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, Fixed term contract

Salary:
$26.71 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule: