Maintenance Technician

Western Regional Housing Authority

Location: Shelburne, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Union Status: NSGEU Local 25

Competition # 21078-A

Closing Date: September 22, 2022

About Us

It is an exciting time for the organization and a great opportunity to join us as we work to further meet the housing needs of Nova Scotians. Housing Nova Scotia (HNS) is working to advance the objectives of the National Housing Strategy and has developed a 3-year Action Plan. HNS is the provincial government agency responsible for the administration and delivery of affordable housing solutions for low-to modest income Nova Scotians. Through its five regional Housing Authorities, HNS provides more than 11,500 safe, affordable homes as part of its Public Housing program to more than 17,000 seniors and families. Housing Authorities manage the day-to-day operations of Nova Scotia's public housing stock.

About Our Opportunity

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for carrying out material and equipment installations, renovations, repairs, and servicing in the following areas - carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting, and ventilation under the jurisdiction of Western Regional Housing Authority (WRHA).

• Carry out preventative maintenance to all buildings, appliances, fixtures, utilities, and equipment in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare and complete documentation such as work orders, vehicle reports, maintenance logs, inspection reports, and inventory records.
• Monitor contractors engaged to carry out maintenance contracts.
• Provide recommendations regarding the replacement and acquisition of materials and equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate of qualification under the Apprenticeship and Tradesman's Qualifications Act of the Province of Nova Scotia or interprovincial certification (Red Seal Journeyperson certification in carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, painting, and/or ventilation).
• Three years experience in building and property maintenance. Preference will be given to those with experience in residential construction.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance procedures as well as an awareness of building codes, municipal by laws, Provincial Acts and Regulations such as Workers' Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and appropriate fire regulations.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written and interpersonal skills are required in dealing with tenants, staff, and contractors.
• Possess competencies in computer applications such as Microsoft Office.

Assets

• Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications.

Competencies required at this level of work are Client orientation, Teamwork, Initiative, and Interpersonal skills.

If you are a team player, who is passionate about improving the lives of Nova Scotians, you are the candidate we are looking for to join our team. We will assess qualifications using one of more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, eligibility and union agreement, the Nova Scotia Housing Authorities offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.

Classification: TE 17

Salary Range: $24.74 to $29.05 hourly

Work Week: 35 hours

Note: This is not a Civil Service position.

The Housing Authorities are committed to employing staff who are representative of the diverse community we serve. If you are a member of one or more of the following designated groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.

To Apply

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.

Our preferred method of applying is through Career Beacon, otherwise applications/ resumes should be sent directly to:

Housing Authority, Human Resources Services

Email: [email protected]

Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.