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live-in caretaker

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Employer details Housing Trust of Nova Scotia

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Housing for Healthcare ? Lunenburg Community Part-time Do you want to contribute and make a positive difference in how people live? Do you have a strong work ethic? Are you a Team player, and simply enjoy helping people? If you answered yes to these questions, this position may be for you! Reporting to the Housing Advisor, the Live-In Caretaker is responsible for the overall appearance, maintenance, and cleanliness of our community. In this role, you would support and oversee routine inspections, minor repairs, and/or preventive maintenance of units during and after tenancy, all while being responsible for showing and leasing the building to prospective tenants in accordance with established company parameters. As the Live-In Caretaker, you?ll get to: * Support our community of tenants with inquiries and concerns relating to their tenancy. * Maintain the condition of the building, tenant and outdoor spaces while performing daily/weekly minor cleaning ensuring building safety, using judgement, or as directed by Employer. Reword * Oversee hired trades people while they are on-site conducting minor repairs. * Support all leasing activity including showing of upcoming vacant units, and cleaning units when vacated by tenants. * Complete tenant move-in and move-out inspections, ensuring that procedures are adhered to. * Oversee on-site contractors for the Wheelhouse including snow removal, landscaping, window cleaning, parking lot cleaning, security system, etc. * Liaise with head office with respect to outstanding issues, procedures, and practices at the building. * Perform other similar and related duties as may be reasonably required by the Employer from time to time. What we?re looking for: * Previous experience in a similar position is considered an asset. * Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detail. * Proficiency with office technology and equipment (Microsoft Word, Excel, and email). * Previous experience in building maintenance (would be an asset). * Working knowledge of NS Tenancy Act (would be an asset). * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Effective organizational and time management skills with a focus on achieving deadlines. * Keen focus on internal and external tenant/client satisfaction and process improvement. Hours per week: Part-time 20 - 25 hrs avg. Compensation: Monthly Rental Contribution, Internet, Power Position requires?Criminal Records Check Completion. For the Better Good of Communities Across Nova Scotia At the Housing Trust of Nova Scotia, our purpose is to collaborate and partner to build and maintain diverse and livable communities across Nova Scotia, and our primary mission is to provide good quality, affordable housing for low to moderate-income working households in communities where the cost of housing is skyrocketing or there is a shortage of good, quality rental housing. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to info@housingtrust.ca. The Housing Trust of Nova Scotia is an equal opportunity employer. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Part-time Expected hours: 20 ? 25 per week Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2025-07-31