Company Overview

Incorporated in 1994, Barrie Housing is a non-profit housing provider that owns and manages 964 social housing units in the City of Barrie. The portfolio consists of high rises, walk-ups and townhomes located at 14 different locations across the city. Barrie Housing provides affordable housing for low to moderate-level income households, with 60% of units being subsidized and the remaining 40% at the lower-end market rent rate.

The core mandate of our organization is to foster safe and healthy communities where everyone belongs and tenants thrive. To align ourselves with this mission, we are currently seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Manager of Building Services, this position is responsible for ensuring that assigned work orders are completed in a timely and accurate manner consistent with required standards and guidelines.

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours, Monday-Friday) with rotating on-call.

Requirements

- Completion of High School Diploma or vocational equivalent
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in comprehensive building maintenance, trades or renovationrequired.
- Experience using large maintenance equipment including table saws, routers, etc. required.
- Proven knowledge and working experience in all facets of plumbing, carpentry and electrical required.
- Proven knowledge and experience of completing full renovations including flooring, tiling and fullkitchen and washroom replacements required.
- Familiarity with building systems and operation including knowledge of repair methods, materials and technology.
- Capability to lift 45 kilograms.




- Ability to work independently.
- Sensitivity to working with tenants in supported housing
- Self-reliant, motivated, and responsible.
- Time management and organization.
- Efficient written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work unsupervised and in a timely manner.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Demonstrates initiative to assist in other areas when requested or required.
- Possess a valid Ontario drivers’ license and a reliable vehicle
- Must pass vulnerable sector screening

Responsibilities

- Receives, reviews and responds to work orders daily, arranging and scheduling work according to the priorities
- Works with management to obtain appropriate approvals for major projects
- Checks mechanical systems weekly and monthly, including (but not limited to) pressure gauges, pumps, boilers, air handling units, water storage tanks, electrical panels, fire equipment and hose cabinets
- Completes general repairs, including (but not limited to): doors, locks, hardware, sinks, toilets, counters, shelving, electrical outlets and fixtures, electrical panels, flooring, walkways and paths, fencing, gates, glass, screens, windows, exterior lighting, soffit, and fascia as appropriate, porches and exterior steps, roofing (minor),



drywall, framing, painting, garages, retaining walls
- Maintains and cleans garage floor surfaces and garbage chutes and equipment
- Determines supplies and equipment required from work orders and prepares purchase orders
- Maintains a current inventory control of all maintenance materials, tools, equipment and safety supplies and reports stock requirements and repairs
- Ensures that all equipment is in good working order and repaired as required.
- Performs regular maintenance tasks, including weekly generator tests, monthly fire tests and other tasks for preventative maintenance
- Identifies and makes recommendations for the improvement of maintenance repair program.
- General and administrative duties, including record keeping, inspection reports, work orders, incident reports, time and expense sheets
- Assists the Building Services Manager in ensuring tenant’s safety in operations and participate in tenant training, education and meetings.
- Responds to maintenance emergencies and determines best plan of action.
- Escalates tenant inquiries and issues to Housing Support staff when required
- Exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills

If you are passionate about making a difference in your community through quality maintenance work, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at Barrie Housing! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.63 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Maintenance Technician (Barrie)
🏢 Barrie Municipal Non Profit Housing
📍 Barrie