Property Manager / Maintenance Coordinator
SMJ Youth Services is seeking a skilled, reliable, and self-motivated Property Manager / Maintenance Coordinator to oversee the upkeep, maintenance, and presentation of our residential properties. This position plays a critical role in ensuring our homes remain safe, functional, compliant, and well-maintained for the youth and staff we support.
The successful candidate will serve as SMJ's primary maintenance and property resource, coordinating repairs, performing hands-on maintenance, managing contractors, and proactively identifying issues before they become major problems.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of residential homes, offices, vehicles, and outdoor spaces.
- Perform general repairs and maintenance including drywall, painting, flooring, trim work, doors, windows, basic plumbing, and minor electrical repairs.
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks to reduce unexpected repairs and costs.
- Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors and service providers.
- Maintain property standards and ensure all locations remain clean, safe, and presentable.
- Respond to maintenance emergencies and urgent repair requests.
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment, power tools, trailers, and small machinery.
- Assist with seasonal property maintenance including snow removal, lawn care, and groundskeeping.
- Track maintenance schedules, repair logs, and inventory of tools and supplies.
- Assist with renovations, property improvements, and special projects as required.
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
- Communicate effectively with management, staff, contractors, and external vendors regarding maintenance needs and project updates.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of basic construction methods, building systems, and residential property maintenance.
- Experience in general carpentry, repairs, renovations, or a related trade.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve common maintenance issues independently.
- Comfortable operating hand tools, power tools, trailers, lawn equipment, skid steers, mini excavators, and other small machinery.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Physically capable of lifting, carrying, climbing ladders, and performing manual labour.
- Experience working with contractors and coordinating projects is considered an asset.
Requirements
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence with a clean driving record.
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel between SMJ properties as required.
- Criminal Record Check acceptable to SMJ Youth Services.
- Availability for occasional after-hours or emergency maintenance calls.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, notices the little details, and treats every property as if it were their own. The ideal candidate is resourceful, hands-on, professional, and capable of finding practical solutions to a wide variety of maintenance and property-related challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded handyman, maintenance professional, or construction-minded individual looking for a stable and rewarding position within a growing organization.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
