Service Technician (Summer Term) – Minto Apartment REIT – Ottawa, ON Full Time Temporary

Job Title: Service Technician (Summer Term)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Business Unit: Minto Apartment REIT

Why join Minto?

Minto is an award-winning integrated real estate development, construction and property management company that has proudly created healthy communities and innovative places for people to live, work and play for over 60 years. As we continue to evolve and grow, we believe in hiring the best people who are as committed to creating incredible experiences for our customers as we are. In turn, we offer incredible benefits and career growth for our employees including a competitive total rewards package, Minto Learning Centre courses, tuition reimbursement, flexible summer hours in many locations and much more. Join Minto to find out how you can be a part of it all!

The Opportunity:

The Service Technician is responsible for contributing to best in class customer experience by performing general building maintenance and repairs, for all in-suite and common areas, as assigned by the Maintenance Service Coordinator.

What you’ll be responsible for day to day:

• Complete in-suite turnover activities, including both light and heavy maintenance; this could include repair or replacement of appliances, kitchen or bathroom fixtures, basic carpentry, etc;

• Complete assigned service requests for both in-suite (interior and exterior) and common area issues in a timely manner;

• Take initiative to correct deficiencies as necessary by maintaining clean and garbage free lobbies, hallways, and properties, replacement of light bulbs, plumbing, electrical etc;

• May be required to complete scheduled (daily, weekly, monthly etc) preventative maintenance inspections of building envelope and mechanical systems and equipment, recording readings and observations. This includes boiler readings, DHW readings, supply and re-circulation pumps, garage exhaust fans, rooftop exhaust fans, air unit operation; (including recreation centre, pools, saunas and hot tubs where applicable);

• May be required to work with contractors and monitor work progress;

• May be required to complete annual and turnover suite inspections;

• Log any mechanical, electrical or other issues, including the completion of daily logs;

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all electrical, mechanical and work areas; as well as supply and storage areas;

• Administrative duties may include using our ERP tool, SAP, to document service requests and the resolution thereof;

• Ensure all areas are free of hazards and where not able to resolve, ensure management are informed for immediate resolution;

• Perform all facets of the job in accordance with the legislation applicable to the jurisdiction, including: Health and Safety standards, WHMIS, AODA, PIPEDA and Human Rights;

• All other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

Who we’re looking for:

Education: High school diploma is required. A trade certificate or license would be considered an asset.

Experience: A minimum of a year of relevant work experience , an apprenticeship or combination thereof.. would be considered an asset.

Specialized Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to complete appliance repairs, routine plumbing repairs, repairs and maintenance requiring carpentry skills, painting, and basic electrical repairs

• Attention to detail

• Ability to safely use and maintain tools of the job

• Knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook

• Communication skills (listening, verbal and written)

• Problem Solving skills

• Good Judgment

• Interpersonal skills

• Shows Initiative and demonstrates sense of ownership

• Valid Driver’s license

Minto is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Contract length: 4 months

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• residential property maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• driver’s license (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place