Maintenance Technician I

Established in 2011, Forthright Properties is a dynamic and rapidly growing professional property management company with a head office located in Winnipeg. With properties located across Manitoba & Winnipeg, we believe everyone should have a clean, attractive, and safe place to call home.

Summary

Responsible for to serve the customer (internal and external) by performing planned and unplanned general building and property repairs, maintenance, and minor appliance repair.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance tasks across multiple properties.
• Perform painting, carpentry, and plumbing duties with an emphasis on quality and durability.
• Ensure communal areas and property exteriors are clean, well-maintained, and meet safety standards.
• Record inventory used through inventory management system.
• Ensure that safety systems such as fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, and emergency exits are in excellent working condition.
• Recommend and request repairs that require specialized technical skills.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhering to all procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property to identify areas needing attention.
• Responsibilities are done according to safety, preventative, predictive and prescriptive maintenance technologies, while adhering to company processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of Manitoba safety regulations and practices.
• Excellent customer service and professionalism.
• Advanced ability to independently troubleshoot and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/maneuver 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work inside/outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work at heights and/or confined spaces.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate command of the English language.
• Minimum 6 months demonstrated experience as a Maintenance Technician or Handy-Person in a residential or hospitality setting.
• Experience using hand and power tools, as well as a basic understanding of building mechanical systems, plumbing and carpentry.
• Experience using computer systems including Microsoft Office programs, work order programs.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends, as required.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to emergency maintenance issues promptly.
• A valid, unrestricted, and clear Manitoba driver's license.