WindReach Farm is a non-profit charitable organization, located in Ashburn Ontario. Since its inception in 1989, WindReach Farm strives to enrich the lives of people with disabilities by providing opportunities to experience and enjoy farming and nature.

The property is fully accessible, and we are dedicated to providing therapeutic and recreational activities for individuals with disabilities. Making accommodations and creating barrier-free facilities allows us to offer specialized programs and services specifically to meet the needs of individuals with diverse support needs. WindReach Farm aims to promote personal growth, skill development and social inclusion through programs and activities. 

The employment positions at WindReach Farm focus on teamwork, communication, leadership, and responsibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:  Property Manager

SUPERVISES:  Custodian, Summer Maintenance Staff, Property Maintenance Volunteers

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director

REMUNERATION:  Approx. $22 Hourly

The Property Manager oversees the planning, coordination and implementation of all WindReach Farm property management and maintenance related activities; ensures that the WindReach Farm site, facilities, and equipment are consistently well maintained, safe, clean, and meet the accessibility needs of the various program participants and visitors to the Farm; supervises the Custodian as well as any summer maintenance staff and property management Volunteers; plans, supervises and manages any new and/or existing construction or renovation projects; and completes the majority of the routine and preventative maintenance and repairs, around the Farm.

JOB SUMMARY

ANNUAL AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE:

• Oversee maintenance and cleaning supplies are organized, secured, and well stocked.
• Overseeing snow removal.
• Oversee grass cutting and groundskeeping.
• Prepare and monitor annual, long-term, and short-term plans for the management of WindReach Farm property and facilities.
• Keep accurate and detailed maintenance records of all electrical, mechanical and water systems at the Farm.
• Keep an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all tools, equipment, vehicles, buildings, roads, pathways, and other Farm features including a current state of repair.
• Assist in the preparation of and monitoring of budgets relating to property and facilities maintenance.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

• Plan, supervise and manage existing construction/renovation projects.
• Identify future construction/renovation projects and bring them to the attention of the Executive Director.

SAFETY:

• Ensure that the grounds and facilities are consistently safe and welcoming.
• Ensure that all participants and their support staff are aware of and abide by all safety guidelines and policies.
• Check activity areas and equipment for safety hazards and cleanliness.
• Being on call for, and responding to, all emergencies or potential emergencies in a calm, professional and appropriate manner, within WindReach Farm’s policies and procedures and the scope of their professional training.
• Drafting vehicle and equipment training documentation, including safety check documents, and overseeing their implementation.

SUPERVISION:

• Recruit, train, and supervise the Custodian and summer maintenance staff.
• Train and supervise property management Volunteers.
• Establish an annual performance plan for the Custodian and monitor progress towards goals.
• Complete performance evaluations of the Custodian and any summer maintenance staff.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

• Perform all other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
• Assisting with other WindReach Farm programming/special events as needed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Project management and managerial experience.
• Exposure to farms and farming related activities.
• Experience with safety protocols and procedures.
• Exposure to populations with diverse support needs an asset.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Experience working in a non-profit or charity organization an asset.
• Current/valid police record check.

SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Property maintenance and general repairs
• Electrical/plumbing knowledge
• Water sampling
• Experience driving heavy machinery (standard)
• Landscaping/snow removal
• Animal handling an asset

Interested in joining our Team? Submit your application by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.