Maintenance Coordinator; Transitional Housing

Job Description

Posted Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Expires Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:59 AM

Connective is a dynamic non‑profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

The Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator will assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in and around the property or properties within their region. This may include performing a variety of interior and exterior maintenance duties. They will coordinate work outside their scope with external contractors to best support our service users and staff.

Exempt.

Monday to Thursday 0830 to 1630

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from Supporting Lines
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in‑house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On‑Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA‑member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

As a Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in completing necessary repairs that are within their scope.
• Ensure safety standards are established and maintained for the building and preventative maintenance tasks are performed.
• Depending on the program, may maintain lawns and yards as per guidelines and performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks.
• Monitors and orders maintenance supplies.
• Assists with and/or conducts inspections of resident spaces.
• Supports residents with coordinating dehoarding and clutter reduction within resident spaces.

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in coordinating repairs that are out of their scope to external contractors.
• Liaises with contractors to ensure the quality and timeliness of the repairs.
• Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the planned or emergency maintenance issues.
• Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties.

• Maintains an up‑to‑date list and schedule of all planned and unplanned maintenance, as well as repairs for our assets.
• Assists the Maintenance and Asset Manager in the development of annual repair schedules, budgets, and capital plans as requested.
• Research options and make recommendations related to property, appliances, furniture, and service providers.
• Approves invoices and coordinates payment for external contractors related to the work completed within their region.
• Follows all relevant Connective policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs other tasks as necessary.

• Function independently with the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager.
• Demonstrate a level of physical fitness and emotional resilience to effectively carry out the required duties of the program and to meet the operational needs of the residence.
• Often exposed to working conditions including chemicals such as paint, stains, cleaning agents, and glue when performing basic painting, plumbing, and carpentry work; requires specific safety precautions to mitigate the risk of injury.
• Is available to work flexible hours which may include evenings/weekends as determined by program needs and schedules.

• Grade 12 level education and/ 2 year of related work experience.
• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training (an asset)
• Experience in performing carpentry, painting, mechanical, and…