Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator (Cornerstone)

Connective • Nanaimo, BC

3d • CA$49,400 - CA$61,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator will assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in and around the property or properties within their region. This may include performing a variety of interior and exterior maintenance duties. They will coordinate work outside their scope with external contractors to best support our service users and staff.

Requirements

• Grade 12 level education and/or equivalent with two-years related experience.
• Experience in performing carpentry, painting, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance, and repairs.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining a collaborative and positive relationship with residents and other staff.
• Ability to manage time efficiently, with a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with contractors.
• Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, and written).
• Ability to successfully complete a Children and Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check.
• Ability to successfully pass a reference check.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (travel may be required depending on program requirements).
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.

Nice To Haves

• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in completing necessary repairs that are within their scope.
• Ensure safety standards are established and maintained for the building and preventative maintenance tasks are performed.
• Depending on the program, may maintain lawns and yards as per guidelines and performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks.
• Monitors and orders maintenance supplies.
• Assists with and/or conducts inspections of resident spaces.
• Supports residents with coordinating dehoarding and clutter reduction within resident spaces.
• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in coordinating repairs that are out of their scope to external contractors.
• Liaises with contractors to ensure the quality and timeliness of the repairs.
• Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the planned or emergency maintenance issues.
• Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties.
• Maintains an up-to-date list and schedule of all planned and unplanned maintenance, as well as repairs for our assets.
• Assists the Maintenance and Asset Manager in the development of annual repair schedules, budgets, and capital plans as requested.
• Research options and make recommendations related to property, appliances, furniture, and service providers.
• Approves invoices and coordinates payment for external contractors related to the work completed within their region.
• Follows all relevant Connective policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs other tasks as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED