The Canadian Mental Health Association

South Cariboo Branch

has a vacancy for a:

Permanent Part Time Maintenance Worker

Wage: $23.27 per hour

Hours: 12-16 hours per week

Location:

Cariboo Trail Terrace

910 Cariboo Trail,

100 Mile House, BC.

Maintenance Worker Job Description:

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Housing Manager or Executive Director, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for the daily upkeep and care and maintenance of the housing complex. They perform minor maintenance and repairs, basic and routine cleaning, grounds care and related work as required. They make recommendations for preventive maintenance, monitor work performed by contractors, prepare estimates of labour and material costs, contact external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes, and arrange for major repairs. They work with tenants, prospective tenants and administration staff on move-out and move-in inspections, and other tasks as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The upkeep, care and maintenance of the housing complex
• Establishes, monitors, and carries out preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for buildings, equipment, and grounds. Ensures buildings and equipment meet all safety, security, and fire regulations and policies. Makes recommendations for major repairs and purchases
• Performs minor carpentry, electrical, painting, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance servicing and repairs, such as installing switches, replacing plugs and other basic appliance repairs, applying paint and other finishes, repairing drywall, disassembling and reassembling equipment, replacing sinks and toilets, applying finishing material such as linoleum, etc.
• Monitors work performed by contractors, prepares estimates of labour and material costs, contacts external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes, and arranges for major repairs and maintenance work.
• Collects and removes garbage and recyclable materials, and ensures the safe disposal of hazardous waste
• Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as maintenance logs, fire drills, security and incident reports.
• Responds to tenant requests, inquiries and complaints and forwards those requiring further attention/action
• Delivers/posts information and communication to tenants
• Shows vacant units to applicants or prospective applicants
• Accepts tenant cheques and rental payments and forwards to administration staff for processing
• May be asked to respond to emerging situations on days other than scheduled from time to time
• Maintains tool inventory
• Carries out unit inspections for incoming and outgoing tenants
• Performs annual unit inspections with the Housing Manager
• Assists in carrying out other unit and project inspections as required
• Inventories and restocks local supply areas

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Prefer secondary school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by training in custodial maintenance; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the above-described duties
• Certificate in First Aid

Knowledge of:

• Some knowledge of methods, procedures and supplies used in custodial cleaning, maintenance and repair
• Basic knowledge of Residential Tenancy Act requirements
• Basic knowledge of service of notice, rent payment and unit inspections, etc.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and respectfully, both verbally and in writing
• Work independently, exercising initiative and judgement in completing tasks and responsibilities, and also under the direction of the Housing Manager or Executive Director
• Use and operate related equipment
• Plan, organize, and prioritize
• Physically carry out the duties of the position

Supervision

• Receives general supervision from the Housing Manager or Executive Director

Working Conditions

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noises, etc.
• Work requires moderate level of physical effort and/or dexterity, e.g., using or moving medium weight (5 – 10 kg.) equipment or materials, reaching overhead, bending/stooping, lifting, working from ladders, etc.
• Moderate exposure to physical risk in the use of equipment
• Work environment involves moderately disagreeable elements and/or exposure to job situations where there is some possibility of injury or concern for personal safety, e.g., working outdoors, noisy conditions, dealing with angry residents, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate mental concentration and focus on detail

Please submit your resume along with cover letter by September 1st, 2021 to:

Canadian Mental Health Association – South Cariboo Branch, Box 876, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0

Attention:  Susann Collins, Executive Director

OR

in person at 555B Cedar Avenue, 100 Mile House, BC

OR

by email to: susann.collins@cmhasouthcariboo.org