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Maintenance Technician (Apartment Buildings) - PEI

  • Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Founded in 2018, VIDA is a vertically integrated, mission-driven B Corp that has owned and operated 3,300 affordable units across Canada. VIDA is the only private sector platform successfully preserving affordable housing at scale in Canada through its innovative resident-led operating model. At VIDA, "Building Ambassadors” and “Community Contractors” are residents that receive training, systems and support necessary to manage property operations and complete non-warranty repair work at their building. VIDA’s model drives down R&M, labour, vacancy and marketing costs, and drives up pride of ownership and customer satisfaction. 


Our Prince Edwards Island Team is growing and we're hiring for our Building Services Team (BST). This role is responsible for ensuring our properties remain in top condition, both inside and out. You will work closely with other maintenance team members, our Building Ambassadors and our Support Centre team to ensure all repair and unit renovation work is completed to a high standard, with a focus on upholding our 4 pillars: Safety & Security, Cleanliness, Opportunity and Community.

The salary range for this role is $55,000 – $65,000.  

 

We take care of our people.   

  • Group health benefits plan to keep you healthy and worry-free.  

  • Unlimited vacation, and a monthly life day because downtime matters!  

  • Flexible work —whatever allows you to be at your best and suits your schedule.   

  • Additional perks include allowances for continuing education, family vacation, wellness, fitness, home care and life coach sessions, and continuous professional development.  

   

The Role 

You’ll work alongside another maintenance team member, 8-10 Building Ambassadors and a Team Captain, servicing approximately 300 apartment units across 20 buildings. 

 
Here are the primary repair and maintenance responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician: 

  • Coordinate and complete unit turns (paint, drywall, flooring, countertops, cabinetry, bathroom fixtures etc.) in your region  

  • Work with external vendors & Community Contractors as required 

  • Complete day-to-day repair and maintenance work based on requests submitted by residents, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact, using our tech platforms 

  • Complete common area upgrades 

  • Routine inspection of building envelope and systems to identify and address issues before they become a big problem 

  • Communicate with your team and customers to understand issues, provide updates, and ensure projects are executed on time and with high degree of customer satisfaction 

  • Work within the budget for your team 

  • Approve invoices for completed work 

  • Review and approve work from vendors 

  • Work with the Support Centre to stay aligned on maintenance priorities and spending 

  • Recruit, train, and support Community Contractors (VIDA residents who complete small-scale maintenance tasks in their own community, building skills while keeping rent affordable). 

  • Teach Building Ambassadors the key technical aspects of their buildings (water shut-offs, electrical rooms, etc.) so they can support both residents and contractors effectively. 

 

What you need to succeed in this role: 

  • Broad skill set and several years of experience relating to building repair & maintenance in a multifamily residential setting, including flooring, painting, drywall repair, basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical skills 

  • Ability to organize and oversee several maintenance and repair projects simultaneously 

  • Familiarity with tech platforms and apps and/or ability to learn quickly  

  • Highly responsive on email, group chats, texts 

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively  

  • A commitment to providing excellent customer service  

  • A valid driver's license & reliable transportation that can be used for work

  

How We Operate 

  • Decisions are made close to the work. Ownership is clear. 

  • Feedback is specific and part of everyday work. 

  • Speed matters. We move without unnecessary layers. 

  • Strategy includes the people closest to the problem. 

  • Our decisions impact real communities, and we take that responsibility seriously. 

This is a high-performance environment grounded in trust, discipline, and impact. 

 

How to Apply   

If you're interested in applying for this role with VIDA, hit the Apply Now button now to start your online application! 

  

Curious about what it’s really like to work with VIDA? Here’s how you can find out more:  

  • Reach out to us!  We encourage you to reach out to any of our team members on LinkedIn to hear their first-hand experience working on the team – Seriously, we want to hear from you!   

 

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