Property Maintenance Technician

at  Porte Communities

THE TEAM:

Porte has been serious about real estate since 1968 and in those 55+ years we’ve realized we aren’t just developing or managing properties, we’re helping build communities and enriching lives. You’ll find that spirit in our award-winning developments, extraordinary charitable work and in every employee who proudly calls Porte their place of work. When people feel this good about doing their job, amazing things happen.

There are countless reasons to consider a career with Porte. For starters, you’ll be part of an encouraging, supportive team with plenty of room for growth. Plus, you’ll enjoy many Porte Perks, these are just a few:

• Kickstart Mondays with coffee and weekend banter
• Weekly fitness training sessions
• Friday happy hour (on the rooftop when weather permits!)
• Training and educational events throughout the year
• A social committee that plans creative gatherings to make sure we are having fun

Our focus on building communities is carried out in many ways and everyone at Porte is encouraged to get involved. We fundraise each holiday season for the Food Bank, we set aside a budget to match employee charitable donations, and we run a charity from our office called Cassie + Friends that is dedicated to changing the lives of children who are living with Juvenile Arthritis. Plus, we give back to the community through each of our new developments by donating $100 per home that is built to the Breakfast Club of Canada to help ensure kids don’t go to school hungry.
And, of course, you’ll be an integral part of a family company building on over 54 years of success, and progressive leadership in the real estate industry. We have big plans to continue to grow, which include increasing our residential rental and commercial portfolios, expanding into new markets across BC and Calgary and happily housing hundreds of homeowners each year. Learn more about Porte at porte.ca.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Property Maintenance Technician plays a hands-on role in ensuring the proper functioning and upkeep of residential properties. Reporting to the Residential Property Manager, responsibilities include ensuring a safe living environment, addressing preventive and corrective maintenance issues, personally overseeing unit and common area renovations, and upholding compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• 3+ years of professional experience in property management, hospitality, or retail/commercial operations and maintenance.
• Professional appearance and use of own vehicle. Preference for candidates with a truck or work vehicle for material transport, with a provided car allowance. Note that the portfolio covers locations throughout the Lower Mainland, emphasizing at least 50% of time spent in South Surrey/White Rock
• Ability to work outside of core hours and respond to after-hour emergencies as appropriate.
• Strong hands-on maintenance skills with the ability to effectively troubleshoot and execute repairs in the building
• Proven organizational skills; capable of adapting to changing client needs and delivering successful results within agreed-upon timeframes.
• A self-starter with a hands-on mentality, demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, exhibiting attention to detail and exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Dedication to providing exceptional service consistently, reflecting a commitment to doing the right thing and helping others with integrity.

• Conduct regular facility inspections, personally addressing maintenance needs promptly
• Personally engage in maintenance activities, enforcing adherence to quality and safety regulations, including the below functions:
• • Drywall skills - repairs of holes and other minor damage.
• Plumbing skills – sink and faucet installation, changing out faucet carchanging out faucet cartridges and washers, shower diverters, installing dishwashers, installing toilets, replacing tank seals, fill valves, flapper valves in existing toilets.
• Carpentry skills - hanging doors, installing cabinets, installing baseboards, installing automatic door closers, installing hardware (towel bars, toilet paper holders, door hardware, medicine/mirror cabinets), installing closet shelving, minor framing repairs, and fencing repairs.
• Minor electrical - installing light fixtures, installing switches and receptacles.
• Repairs of windows and patio doors (wheels, handles, adjustments).
• Repair of tile and grout
• Manage and address tenant maintenance requests, actively tracking and processing through Yardi.
• Address common area maintenance tasks as required
• Actively participate in residential unit renovations, ensuring timely completion and collaborating with the property manager on scope, timeline, and budgeting.
• Actively contribute to common area improvement projects
• Coordinate external contractors’ activities as required.
• Maintain effective communication with property management, personally notifying them of major repairs or replacements needed.
• Provide hands-on updates with bi-weekly renovation and maintenance request status reports to the property manager.
• Engage professionally and courteously with residents, addressing concerns promptly.
• Occasionally participate hands-on in after-hours emergency calls.
• Fulfill other hands-on duties as needed.