Description

The Company
FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical and dental coverage, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Job Responsibilities
The Maintenance Assistant will be responsible to preserve the excellent condition and functionality of the premises. Reporting to the Senior Building Operator, Community Manager, and assisting the janitorial staff. The Maintenance Assistant's duties will include; conducting elevator monitoring services, janitorial services, inspections, garbage and recycling program, changing light bulbs, minor repairs, snow removal, as well as providing exceptional customer service to Clients.
Our ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of maintenance requirements, as well as basic tools and equipment. To excel in this position, you must have a positive attitude, keen organizational skills, be eager to please and enjoy an active and rewarding career.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty:

• Complete elevator monitoring services for the freight elevator for all move in/outs & deliveries (average 20 hours per week)

• Providing an orientation of the loading dock and filling out condition checklists.

• Complete garbage disposal and recycling disposal 5 times a week.

• Conduct inspections on all site mechanical site common areas, electrical, and HVAC systems and related equipment.

• Conduct amenity room inspections prior to and after bookings, ensuring the condition of the space is adequately documented before the event and following it.

• Padding elevators for use during a move.

• Complete work orders in a timely manner as assigned.

• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.

• Meeting contractors on site, providing access and orientation to the Property.

• Continuous review of the mechanical rooms and hazardous locations.

• Adhere to all health, safety and security procedure and report areas of concern to the appropriate parties.

• Maintain the inventory records for equipment and supplies.

• Responsible for providing coverage in the absence of other Maintenance Technicians.

• Miscellaneous janitorial tasks.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in general maintenance in a residential, commercial or retail environment is preferred.

• Customer service experience is an asset.

• Computer literate.

Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Must be fluent in English.

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Great time management skills and ability to prioritize work to deliver successful results.

• Collaborative worker and effective member of a team.

• Good judgment and decision-making skills.

• Detail oriented and exceptional organization skills.

• Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime and respond to emergencies.

• Adaptable to new ideas and change.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Physically capable of lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, as necessary.

• Standing, walking, crouching for long periods of time.

• Use of a computer.

Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.