Property Maintenance Worker

Who we are

The Brison group of companies is the preeminent residential developer in the Annapolis Valley. Related companies build homes and manage a portfolio of several hundred rental properties.

Responsibilities

· Perform general interior and exterior maintenance including minor repairs, painting, drywall, minor plumbing, electrical and upgrades.

· Assist with safety inspections including emergency lighting, clearing of fire exits, inspecting fire extinguishers.

· Remove, replace, or repair locksets and change locks when required.

· Assist with preparation of new construction homes for public viewing and/or occupancy.

· Lawn cutting and landscape maintenance using gas trimmer, whipper snipper, rake, push mower and ride on mower. Plant, water and tend to flowers, shrubs and beds. Rake and bag leaves. Shovel gravel.

· Perform winter snow and ice clearance duties such as but not limited to, salting, or shoveling of snow from steps, landings, emergency exits, ramps and walkways as assigned.

· Respond to after-hours maintenance calls while participating on the call-back roster; and

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Grade 12 or high school equivalent plus three years of experience in building and property maintenance or a related field is required. Must be able to perform basic tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and drywall.

· Knowledge of residential building technology, basic knowledge of National Building Code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

· A journeyman/woman certificate in one or more of the trades or a building operator certificate would be an asset.

· Ability to interact with the public and tenants in an appropriate manner on job sites.

· Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, sound judgment and initiative when investigating, questioning, and dealing with inquiries, requests, and submissions; and

· Possess a valid Nova Scotia driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.

Assets

· Possess current Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications.

· Knowledge of computer systems such as property management software (Yardi) and Microsoft Office.

· An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered.

Compensation

Salary: Dependant on experience.

Potential for performance-based bonus.

Health and Dental Benefits.