Maintenance Person

As a locally owned Halifax company, Universal Realty Group has earned a reputation for building excellence. Evident in our diverse real estate portfolio, encompassing over 2,550 apartments, 1.4 million square feet of office, retail, and warehouse space plus the iconic Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites. Committed to crafting extraordinary experiences, we envision, develop and support unique locations into distinctive environments, showcasing our passion for exceptional living.

We are currently seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker. You will perform a variety of mechanical skills, including troubleshooting and minor electrical work. It also includes tasks such cleaning light fixtures, making minor repairs on various items, using tools and equipment performing drywall patch and repair, and painting. Additionally, the position requires regular preventive maintenance, liaising with contractors and vendors, scheduling and monitoring inspections, and maintaining rooftop units.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, minor electrical, troubleshooting.
  • Clean light fixtures and change light bulbs/tubes.
  • Perform minor repairs on windows, doors, switches, desks, tables, plugs, equipment, appliance, sinks, toilets, blinds, etc.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
  • Perform drywall patch and repair and painting, as required.
  • Perform regular preventive maintenance.
  • liaise with contractors and external vendors, as required
  • Schedule and monitor all inspections as they relate to fire, insurance, alarm, equipment, etc.
  • Rooftop units to be maintained (filters cleaned/washed).
  • Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Familiarity with the following systems is required: HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and building system controls considered an asset.
  • Strong maintenance skills including, but not limited to: light plumbing, painting, cleaning, general repairs and maintenance.
  • Previous experience in commercial property management considered an asset.

Universal Realty Group recognizes our employees as essential to our success and value diverse skills. From frontline staff to management, we offer excellent opportunities for career growth, as well as employer-provided medical benefits and other incentives. We are looking for new talent to join our dynamic team that is setting the standard of excellence in the property management field.

WE OFFER

  • Dental
  • Extended Health
  • Life Insurance
  • On-site Parking
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Care
  • Wellness Program

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.68 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Facilities Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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