Job Description

Universal Realty Group is a leading property management company in Halifax, known for quality apartments in great locations, top-tier commercial leasing services and the landmark Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites.

We are currently seeking a qualified Residential Maintenance Person for one of our residential properties.

Universal Realty Group fosters a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on teamwork, employee growth, and supportive management. We take great pride in providing exceptional opportunities for career growth at every level within our organization are committed to hiring ambitious and dedicated candidates who are eager to grow with us.

WE OFFER:

Dental care
Vision care
Employer paid extended health care
Paid time off + lieu days if working weekends/holidays
Wellness program
On-site parking
On-site gym facilities
Employee events
And more!
RESPONSIBILITIES

Consistently provide service excellence and resident support.
Performing maintenance and repairs to building, common area and vacant/tenant units.
Cleanliness of facility and grounds.
Maintenance and repairs of units.
Prepare, show and lease Units.
Collect rent receivables.
On-call every 2nd weekend, select week-nights.
Other building duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS

Cleaning or property management experience.
Computer skills (Microsoft Suite and Yardi).
Strong maintenance skills (plumbing, painting, cleaning).
Ability to adapt to change in rapidly growing company.
Universal Realty Group recognizes our employees as essential to our success and value diverse skills. From frontline staff to management, we offer excellent opportunities for career growth, as well as employer-provided medical benefits and other incentives. We are looking for new talent to join our dynamic team that is setting the standard of excellence in the property management field.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:
Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
Facilities maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person, Halifax and surround area
Language: English required; additional languages considered an asset.

Contact Information: [email protected], 902-425-8877

Required languages: English

Education level: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required skills: Computer/Technology, Fast-paced environment, handling physical loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, repetitive tasks, ability to distinguish between colours, combination of sitting, standing and walking, standing for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, kneeling, knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting

Additional skills / Assets: Client focus, interpersonal skills, excellent communication, organized, reliable, team player, accurate, dependable, flexible, initiative, judgement, positive attitude, punctuality

Closest intersection: The Paramount, The Muse, Nelson Residences, Westfield/Westgrove, Bayer's Park, The Abigails, The Charles