Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation (CHC)

Invites applications for a Maintenance Repairperson (40 hours/week)

2 Permanent Full Time Positions

Windsor Essex CHC provides well-maintained, safe and affordable community housing in a respectful and fair manner. We are leaders in the housing sector and contribute to the development and support of strong communities in the City of Windsor and County of Essex. The ideal candidate will be confident, professional, optimistic and energetic, must be customer service focused and be committed to our organization and values. The Maintenance Repairperson must exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with CHC customers and represent CHC in a positive manner. As a member of the team and under the supervision of the Property Manager and the Senior Manager/Maintenance and Restoration, the Maintenance Repairperson is responsible for carrying out general repairs throughout assigned neighbourhoods. A significant portion of the time in this position will involve carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and heating repairs, investigation of repairs as needed, and other related duties as assigned. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repairing doors, windows and screens; removing and setting floor tiles, and installing and repairing hardwood floors.
• Repairing kitchen cabinets or cupboards, removing and replacing countertops and sinks.
• Minor plumbing and electrical repairs to switches, fixtures, and outlets.
• Undertaking plaster, tile, and masonry repairs; repairing exterior porches and siding including eaves troughs and downspouts.
• Maintaining a stock inventory and informing Supervisor when materials are getting low, maintaining workshop, tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Assisting in preparation of vacated units as required, completing, and signing relevant sections of work orders and returning same promptly.
• Change and install filters.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Working knowledge and demonstrated ability to perform a broad range of maintenance repairs, as normally acquired through several years’ directly related work experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in the use of tools and equipment, safety procedures, and supplies related to the performance of these duties. Successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to deal tactfully and resourcefully with tenants, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required and the use of an automobile may be required.
• All Maintenance Repairpersons must maintain Fall Arrest Certification, WHMIS and any other certification training or workshop as required by Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation.

This is a Bargaining Unit position; you will be required to work in a smoke-free environment. CHC is an equal opportunity employer servicing our diverse communities. Although we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to supply a current satisfactory criminal reference check, including a vulnerable sector check, before work can commence, if applicable. Accessibility CHC is committed to meeting it obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related accommodation to participate in our recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the recruitment process.