EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCaretaker – Full-TimeM'akola Housing Society – Victoria, BCPosition summary:Under the supervision of the Property Manager, the Caretaker, is responsible for regular building checks of each property in the regions to ensure they meet the quality standards M'akola sets. The focus of the role will be to pick up garbage around the buildings, posting notices if needed, maintaining basic building mechanical systems, assisting with unit turnovers and inspections, and participating in the on-call rotation for after hours calls. This role will also perform minor repairs in units and buildings that may include, but are not limited to, touch up painting, patching drywall, recalking plumbing fixtures well. The successful candidate will be aware and sensitive to the housing needs of the Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people. The Caretaker will ensure M'akola is represented in a professional, responsible, and respectful way at all times.This position is permanent full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.M'akola offers the following:Competitive wages and annual reviewsPaid vacation and sick leaveAdditional paid time off between Christmas and New YearsMunicipal Pension Plan (MPP)Tool allowanceExtended health and dentalEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Health & Wellness Program includes $250/yearProfessional Development ProgramRequirements:3+ years of experience in building maintenanceWorking knowledge of applied trades such as electrical, plumbing,
or carpentry (no ticket required)Strong time management and prioritization skillsExperience and skilled at using MS Office as well as an iPadAbility to relay information in a calm, polite and respectful manner to community membersExperience working with Indigenous communities considered an assetOther:Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License, Clean Driver's AbstractHave a reliable vehicle to carry tools and for hauling suppliesProvide transparent Criminal Record Check prior to hiring, costs covered by M'akolaWillingness to follow M'akola policies and proceduresAvailable to take calls outside of regular work hoursSupply own tools of the tradeCompleted First Aid – Level 1, costs covered by M'akolaCompleted WHMIS certificate, costs covered by M'akolaWe welcome applications from all backgrounds and hire employees of all cultures including Indigenous and non-Indigenous. Our Indigenous employees have diverse backgrounds including status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit. Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify) as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code. If you have any questions regarding this position or applying for the position, please contact us at:
[email protected] or (phone hidden). We want to support all applicants during this process.M'akola is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please advise us if you require accommodation if we contact you for an employment opportunity. We deeply appreciate and thank all that apply but only applicants that are selected for this opportunity will be contacted.Closing Date: Open until filled.For statistical purposes please indicate where you saw this job posting i.E. job site, email etc.
📌 Caretaker (Victoria)
🏢 M'akola Housing Society
📍 Victoria