Purpose:
Housing Maintenance provides general building and property maintenance services to all Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke-owned Social Housing assets.
Roles & Responsibilites:
Perform building maintenance tasks
- Review work orders and organize daily activities with approval from GM Housing Properties & Construction.
- Perform client requested assessment of Social Housing assets (as needed), note any damage, and address promptly.
- Address emergency repairs (drywall, painting, roofing, etc.) on any MCK Social Housing building in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Ensure that all mechanical systems, ventilation, plumbing, and electrical systems are in good working order.
- Conduct minor and major renovations with approval from GM Housing Properties & Construction.
- Ensure that assigned vehicle is properly maintained and reports any repairs to the proper department.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the GM Housing Properties and & Construction and/or the Housing Inspector.
Perform property maintenance for Social Housing
- Perform landscaping to the grounds around Social Housing properties, maintain the green spaces, plants, and maintain greenery (trees).
- Keep grounds around Social Housing buildings, green spaces free from gravel, debris, and unsafe tree limbs.
- Prioritize and execute grass cutting schedules.
- Maintain the drainage systems on Social Houses (eaves, gutters, downspouts, etc.).
- Dig trenches to lay drainage systems.
- Fix damage to Social Housing units – carpentry, rebuilding decks, plastering, etc.
- Ensure that proper documentation is kept with respect to invoices for material and labor.
- Ensure that all equipment operates safely and reports to the Supervisor any problems noticed.
Perform Winter related tasks as needed
- Operate snowblower to ensure that all sidewalks are clear from snow, during and after regular hours.
- Spread salt or sand on walkways before and during regular office hours.
- Continue to perform emergency building and property maintenance during and after normal office hours as situations arise due to severe winter weather.
Education & Experience:
- DEP/Certification in Construction related field (carpentry, masonry, etc.) plus two (2) years relevant experience OR
- High School Diploma plus five (5) years of relevant construction experience.
Certifications in electrical or plumbing (an asset).
AEC certified.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of maintenance theories, principles, and practices related to various fields and trades (such as carpentry, plumbing, and heating).
- Knowledge of MCK operational policies, practices, and administrative procedures.
- Knowledge of record keeping, work order reporting, schedules, timesheets, and invoicing.
- Knowledge of other fields to accurately assess the feasibility of maintenance and repair projects.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of construction codes and standards.
- Must possess a valid Quebec Driver’s License.
- Will be required to take training and attain certifications necessary for keeping up with current techniques and innovations.
- Conducts business with internal and external clients in a tactful, discreet, and courteous manner.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Adhere to MCK Employment Policies and Kanien’kéha Language initiatives.
- Ability to communicate in the Kanien’kéha and French languages is an asset.
- The willingness to learn the Kanien’kéha language.
Working Environment:
- Five (5) day work week in an indoor/outdoor environment.
- Some outdoor work and exposure to variations in weather conditions and seasonal weather patterns.
- Occasional overtime may be required in the evenings and on weekends to address emergency responses, as needed.
- Travel to repair/renovation sites and regular visits to Social Housing units are required.
- Moderate stress levels and productivity pressures are associated with carrying out and completing tasks.
- Exposure to heights.
- Exposure to dangerous chemical substances.
- Factors frequently found in the work setting for this occupation include exposure to contaminants, i.e., pollutants, fumes, dust, odors, etc.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions.
- Required to climb or balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Working near or at equipment, instruments, machinery, or power/hand tools that may be a potential source of accident or injury.
- Must also be able to lift and/or move up to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Requirements:
Please address your application to MCK Human Resources. Forward your complete application via e-mail only to: Applications@mck.ca
- Ensure complete applications are submitted, including Letter of Intent and Resume. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
- Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.
- When adding attachments, please use PDF format. Any other formats may be blocked from our system.
ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE DEADLINE FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED