Apartment Building Maintenance Worker

Work setting

• Apartment/condominium complex
• Various locations
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Contact contractors for repairs and maintenance of the establishment
• Perform minor repairs on appliances
• Perform safety and security checks
• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
• Work with minimal supervision
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Paint and wallpaper

Equipment

• Power tools

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program