Killam Apartment REIT, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of Canada's largest residential real estate investment trusts, owning, operating, and developing a $5.3 billion portfolio of apartments and manufactured home communities. Killam's strategy to drive value and profitability focuses on three priorities: (1) increase earnings from the existing portfolio; (2) expand the portfolio and diversify geographically through accretive acquisitions, targeting newer properties and dispositions of non-core assets; and (3) develop high-quality properties in its core markets.

We are currently searching for a Cleaner/General Maintenance to join our team full-time at the Royalty Crossing in Prince Edward Island. If you are a team player with a proven ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment this may be the opportunity for you.

This position does involve a monthly rotation schedule, as well as an on-call rotation requirement every third weekend.

What you will do:

• Supervision of contract cleaners;
• General maintenance and/or painting;
• Opening & closing duties
• Operate vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and other waste;
• Wash windows and interior walls;
• Clean washrooms;
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers;
• Sweep, mop, scrub hallways, floors, and stairs;
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas;
• Clean vacant units;
• Report deficiencies to Operations Manager for repair;
• Working with the public in a shopping center environment;
• General maintenance and/or painting;
• On – call rotation required every third weekend;
• Monthly rotation schedule;
• Other duties as required.

What you will bring:

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to work as a team, and under minimal supervision;
• Proven communication skills, both written and oral;
• Effective, proven skills and experience;
• General knowledge of carpentry, electrical and plumbing an asset, but not necessary;
• Ability to spend long periods of time walking/standing.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience (hourly rate of $20-$22/hour);
• An annual incentive program;
• A cost shared health and dental plan;
• Paid volunteer days;
• An employee unit purchase plan;
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development;
• Employer funded Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Discounts at local businesses through our Perks Program;
• Career advancement opportunities.

We understand not all applicants will possess everything we are looking for, so please don’t let this discourage you from applying. If your experience isn’t an exact match with what is listed above, but you believe you would still be a great fit, we encourage you to submit your application!

Application: Please fill out our online application form.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Employees will be given support and encouragement to develop their full potential and utilize their unique talents. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank you for your interest in our company and all qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls.