Maintenance Technician
Location: London, Aylmer & Tillsonburg, Ontario
About the Position
We are a growing property management and development company managing multiple apartment buildings throughout Aylmer and Tillsonburg, with our head office located in London, Ontario. Our portfolio continues to expand, with additional residential developments underway and planned throughout Southwestern Ontario.
We are currently looking for a dependable, experienced, and skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team.
Position Summary
This is a hands-on position for someone who takes pride in their work, can work independently, and is comfortable handling a wide variety of apartment and building maintenance.
We are looking for someone who is particularly confident with drywall repairs and finishing, along with general plumbing, electrical, painting, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
No two days are the same. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, dependable, and able to identify and address maintenance issues without needing constant direction.
Responsibilities
- Complete maintenance requests in occupied apartments and common areas.
- Perform drywall repairs, including patching holes, replacing damaged drywall, taping, mudding, sanding, and preparing surfaces for paint.
- Complete painting, touch-ups, caulking, trim repairs, and other finishing work.
- Troubleshoot and complete basic plumbing repairs, including faucets, toilets, drains, and fixture replacements.
- Perform basic electrical repairs and replace light fixtures, switches, receptacles, and other components within the scope of the position.
- Complete general handyman repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the properties.
- Assist with unit turnovers, including drywall repairs, painting, fixture replacements, minor renovations, and preparing apartments for new tenants.
- Regularly inspect properties and identify repairs or improvements before they become larger issues.
- Coordinate maintenance with Building Managers and communicate professionally with tenants when entering occupied suites.
- Plan and organize a weekly schedule across multiple properties.
- Order and maintain an appropriate inventory of maintenance supplies and materials.
- Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and required paperwork accurately.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, cleanly, and professionally.
- Coordinate with outside trades when repairs require a licensed contractor.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in apartment, residential, construction, renovation, or property maintenance is strongly preferred.
- Strong drywall repair and finishing skills are required.
- Must be comfortable with patching, taping, mudding, sanding, and preparing drywall repairs for paint.
- Experience with painting and general finishing work.
- Working knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical repairs.
- Strong general handyman and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to assess a repair and determine the best way to complete it.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Dependable, professional, and respectful when working in tenants' homes.
- Physically capable of lifting, climbing ladders, and performing manual labour.
- Valid Ontario driver's licence and reliable transportation.
- Must supply own basic hand tools.
What We Offer
- Full-time maintenance position.
- Flexible work hours.
- Company gas card.
- Company cell phone.
- Variety in your workday and the opportunity to work at multiple properties.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to grow with an expanding property management and development company.
We're Looking for Someone Who...
- Can walk into a damaged unit, assess what needs to be done, and get the job completed properly.
- Has strong drywall, painting, and general repair skills.
- Notices the little things that need attention before someone has to ask.
- Takes ownership of their work and cares about the finished product.
- Cleans up properly after completing a job.
- Is dependable, honest, punctual, and self-motivated.
- Can prioritize maintenance requests and manage multiple properties efficiently.
- Communicates well with tenants, Building Managers, and coworkers.
- Understands the importance of professionalism when working inside occupied apartments.
If you're an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in completing repairs properly, and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company, we'd like to hear from you.
Please apply with your resume and a brief summary of your maintenance experience, including your experience with drywall repairs, painting, plumbing, and general residential maintenance.
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
