Killam Apartment REIT, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of Canada's largest residential real estate investment trusts, owning, operating, and developing a $5.3 billion portfolio of apartments and manufactured home communities. Killam's strategy to drive value and profitability focuses on three priorities: (1) increase earnings from the existing portfolio; (2) expand the portfolio and diversify geographically through accretive acquisitions, targeting newer properties and dispositions of non-core assets; and (3) develop high-quality properties in its core markets.
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team of professional maintenance workers who service our Manufactured Home Communities in the Halifax area. This is a hands-on position working outdoors in general maintenance, plumbing repairs, landscaping, snow removal and other property specific duties.
Who you are:
- 1-2 years previous labour/maintenance experience a requirement;
- Landscaping experience (knowledge of plants, laying sod or seed, using lawn tractors, gas trimmers, etc.);
- Experience in daily maintenance of private water and waste water systems would be considered an asset, including collecting water samples, testing chlorine residuals, etc;
- Minor carpentry experience, including use of power tools;
- Snow removal experience would be considered an asset, including heavy equipment operation;
- Familiarity with plumbing and water line repairs would be considered an asset;
- Ability to work as a team, and also under minimal supervision;
- Must be flexible to work various hours and on-call duties and enjoy working outside;
- Must have valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
What we offer:
- A competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience;
- An annual incentive program;
- A cost shared health and dental plan;
- Paid volunteer days;
- An employee unit purchase plan;
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development;
- Employer funded Employee and Family Assistance Program;
- Career advancement opportunities.
We understand not all applicants will possess everything we are looking for, so please don’t let this discourage you from applying. If your experience isn’t an exact match with what is listed above, but you believe you would still be a great fit, we encourage you to submit your application!
Application: Please fill out our online application form.
We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Employees will be given support and encouragement to develop their full potential and utilize their unique talents. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank you for your interest in our company and all qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls.
