Maintenance Associate

Avenue Living Communities is western Canada's fastest growing private rental properties operator, with a growing presence in regions throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Communities is in our name because we care about bringing our communities & employees together. We inspire positive action and make a difference in the lives of the people in our communities, and in the lives of our employees. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive place to work. Our Core Values drive our culture, and our people bring our Mission to life. We are in it together, employ an entrepreneurial spirit to drive change and relentlessly pursue progress.

Embracing rapid growth, we use the skillsets of our knowledgeable teams to continue to adapt and remain focused on placing our customers' needs first. Our innovate teams work together to provide our residents with quality, value, and a clear choice of a safe, comfortable place to call home.

Company Overview

Avenue Living Communities is Western Canada's fastest-growing private rental properties operator, with an expanding presence in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

Communities is in our name because we believe in bringing people together and building relationships, we are proud of every day. Our core values guide our actions, and our people bring our mission to life. We are committed to providing safe and welcoming accommodations while being responsive to our resident’s needs with efficient execution.

Our innovative teams work together to deliver both quality and value to our residents as we pride ourselves in creating communities that are safe and comfortable place to call home.

What We Are About

At Avenue Living Communities, we ensure our team members are provided with a place to develop careers that are challenging and rewarding so everyone can realize their full potential. We know our people are our biggest brand ambassadors and create our culture. We believe when we take care of our team members, they can then extend that Duty of Care to our residents and business partners.

We look for team members who are collaborative, creative, and In It Together. Individuals who are accountable, consistent, resourceful, and responsive. Those who can take initiative, seek feedback and demonstrate grit in overcoming challenges and adapting to change.

Green Is More Than Just Our Colour

If you are wondering if the grass is greener here at Avenue Living Communities, you can take comfort in knowing that through our common purpose we build relationships we are proud of every day.

By focusing on leadership excellence, employee engagement, and quality service- combined with a continuous improvement mindset, we give you the green light to create meaningful connections and memorable experiences. Fostering a positive environment where people feel energized and empowered to have sustainable results

In addition to our team members, we also want our planet to thrive. Avenue Living Communities is committed to a green future by enhancing our properties with features such as environmentally friendly water management procedures, improved heating and cooling systems, solar panels, and upgraded air filtration technology.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Responsible for managing resident requests and engaging in proper follow-up to ensure work orders are completed in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Deliver excellent customer service to develop long-term relationships with our valued residents.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance for all building equipment including but not limited to boilers, HVAC, general plumbing systems, and minor electrical including plugs, switches, and lights.
• Work independently to complete minor renovations including painting, drywall, mudding, and taping.
• Perform routine repairs such as exterior door adjustments, hinges, and locks.
• Have a safety-first attitude by completing all requested training by deadline and focus on maintaining a clean and safe job site and the ability to identify risks and hazards.
• Maintain accurate details of work orders, boiler checks, snow logs, etc. using our various systems and applications.
• Deliver and remove materials and appliances, assisting with installation and disposal of any other unneeded materials as required.
• Perform repairs and maintenance to building systems and conduct regular inspections.
• Be available for scheduled On Call and respond to emergencies as required.
• Other duties as required.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED?

• 3-5 years’ experience in general maintenance and repairs in a residential or commercial environment.
• A technology-savvy skillset with the ability to work within multiple programs and systems at the same time via mobile phone. Experience using Yardi (maintenance), Site Photo’s, and Kronos would be an asset.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to meet Resident needs.
• A passion for delivering excellent customer service with strong relationship-building skills.
• Must be able to supply your own tools and CSA steel-toed boots.
• Mandatory requirement to be clean shaven to wear a respirator as required.
• A valid driver's license, clean driver’s abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours and be part of the On Call Rotation.
• Must complete & pass a criminal record check.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• We live and breathe our core values. We go the extra mile. We’re honest. We always have each other's back. We have tons of integrity. And we always own it and adapt – no matter the challenge.
• With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally and bring your whole self to work, there's no limit to the impact you can make.
• We provide a competitive compensation package comprised of a group benefits plan, GRSP Matching Program, and discretionary bonus program for select roles. In addition, Avenue Living also offers an Employee Referral Program that rewards active employees for successful referrals.
• An employee centric culture with a generous award and recognition program, discounted monthly rent in Avenue Living Communities’ properties, and an employee discount and savings program through industry partnerships and Perkopolis.
• We are committed to a strong safe work environment.

What makes us different makes us stronger. We want Avenue Living to be a great place to work for everyone; where people feel safe, included, inspired, trusted and supported so they can be, and bring, their best.

We’re committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where unique perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, cultures and attributes are valued and utilized to help achieve better results. As an organization with operations across different geographies, we celebrate the fact that our workforce is made up of people with diverse demographics.

We are committed to ensuring our workplace is fair, equitable and free of discrimination and harassment.

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