Maintenance Assistant (Open until filled)

MAN Maintenance Assistant

Regular/full-time

Housing, Addictions and Homelessness

Property Services, Manitoba Housing

Brandon MB

Advertisement Number: 42647

Salary(s):   MAN $45,454.00 - $54,741.00 per year

Closing Date:   July 5, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The department of Housing, Addictions and Homelessness is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Maintenance Assistant. Manitoba Housing provides a wide range of subsidized housing throughout the province of Manitoba. We partner with other governments, community organizations and private groups to create safe and affordable housing. The Government of Manitoba offers a complete and comprehensive benefit package which includes: paid vacation, extended health, health spending, dental/drug/vision, long term disability, supportive employment program, maternity and parental leave, defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sector search.
• Must Provide and maintain a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Must be physically capable to perform the duties related to the position, such as but not limited to, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., standing and walking on unlevelled ground for long periods of time, bending, crouching and crawling in a confined space.
• Must be physically capable to travel (on gravel and winter ice roads, by small aircraft/float planes, and boat) within the designated area.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience performing minor or major renovations and maintenance repairs including: carpentry (installation, removal and repairs), plumbing related to faucets, toilets, water, sewers; painting; mechanical equipment and appliance repair; and heating system repair. 
• Experience working within safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete inspection reports and document follow up information on work orders.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize critical issues and operate effectively within limited timeframes.
• Superior customer service skills with the ability to deal effectively with tenants and the public.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills with the ability communicate with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Proficiency with using Microsoft Outlook.

Duties:
The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the completion of maintenance tasks within an assigned portfolio while ensuring Manitoba Housing's policies, procedures, and guidelines are being followed. The incumbent will perform duties such as inspections, prepares scope of work for maintenance repairs and maintains inventories of materials, supplies and equipment. Prepares and submits required documentation connected to the performance of duties including any maintenance and tenant concerns to the Supervisor. The incumbent is responsible to act as Operations Manager where required. 

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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