Handyman / General Carpentry & Rental Unit Maintenance position.
We are looking for a reliable, skilled, and practical Handyman / General Carpenter to help maintain and improve our rental properties along with customer work. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, takes pride in quality workmanship, and can handle a variety of general repairs, carpentry, maintenance, grass cutting, snow removal, and turnover work in rental units.
Responsibilities
- Perform general maintenance and repairs in rental units and common areas
- Complete basic to intermediate carpentry work, including:
- Framing and minor structural repairs
- Installing and repairing doors, trim, baseboards, shelving, and cabinets
- Repairing drywall and completing minor finishing work
- Building or repairing decks, stairs, railings, and other woodwork
- Prepare rental units between tenants, including repairs, touch-ups, and general maintenance
- Paint walls, trim, doors, and other surfaces as required
- Repair or replace flooring, fixtures, hardware, and other household items
- Perform minor plumbing and electrical maintenance where appropriately qualified
- Troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine the best repair solution
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas
- Identify larger problems that require a licensed tradesperson and report them promptly
- Help keep properties safe, clean, functional, and well maintained
- Complete work orders and communicate the status of jobs
- Occasionally respond to urgent maintenance issues
- Showing units to prospective tenants
- Occasional paid trips to New Brunswick as needed
Qualifications & Skills
- Previous experience in handyman work, carpentry, construction, property maintenance, or a related trade
- Good general knowledge of residential construction and repairs
- Carpentry experience is an asset
- Ability to use common hand and power tools safely
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple maintenance tasks
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Reliable, punctual, and respectful when working in occupied rental properties
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation
- Ability to lift materials and perform physical work as required
- Appropriate licences/certifications for any regulated work performed
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
