Maintenance Technician

Frontenac Property Management is a locally owned and operated company in Kingston, Ontario. We are a full-service property management company committed to continually improving the rental experience for the investment property owner as well as the tenant. We take pride in representing safe and well cared for properties and understand the value of such an investment.

We are looking to add a Maintenance Technician to our team. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager; the successful candidate will have a skilled knowledge of residential construction and home maintenance; the ability to represent our company in a professional manner; and the ability to proactively and thoughtfully identify maintenance needs in the properties we manage.

Your roles and responsibilities will include:

• Completing work orders assigned on a daily basis in a timely manner, including but not limited to basic construction tasks, minor repairs, drywall repair, paint touch ups, flooring, trim, etc.
• Updating work orders accordingly with work completed, materials used and photos
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues efficiently 
• Preparing units for new tenancies
• Identifying and reporting the need for major repairs requiring other trades, ie, electrical, plumbing, HVAC
• Providing excellent customer service to tenants, owners, etc
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and legislations (safety, building, fire)
• Completing various types of routine property inspections, internal and external
• Quoting small jobs with accuracy for client approval 

The right candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• 2+ years of facility or property maintenance or equivalent experience required
• General knowledge of routine home maintenance and residential construction
• Excellent attention to detail; demonstrated ability to identify various home maintenance areas of concern and present possible solutions
• Self-starter with ability to follow direction and work independently
• Critical thinking to solve problems effectively and efficiently
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal, by email and in person
• Advanced phone and application (app) skills
• Hold a valid “G” License (a successful candidate will be required to provide a 3-year uncertified driver’s record at their expense)
• Knowledge of Ontario Fire Code required
• Knowledge of Ontario Building Code required
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climbs stairs/ladders
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Completion of Ladder Training required
•  “Working at Heights” training is an asset
• Basic hand tools, tool belt and safety footwear required (some tools may be provided by FPM)

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record check (to include Vulnerable Sector check) at their expense as a condition of employment.

Frontenac Property Management offers a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits plan, Retirement Savings Plan. Equipped Ford Transit van for business use and phone provided.

Job Type: This is a full time position Monday to Friday. Additional hours may be required during evenings and/or weekends as needed during high volume turnover periods.

Salary: $26.00 to $31.00/hour

Those interested should apply by emailing a cover letter and resume which explains how they meet the qualifications and experience outlined to careers@frontenacproperty.com

We wish to thank all who express an interest in this position and advise that only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.