Only Internal Applicants will be considered at this time.

Position Title: Housing & Maintenance Worker

Hours of Work: Adaptable (35 hours per week)

Location: Ontario Street

Reports to: Executive Director or Designate

Salary: Schedule A Salary Grid

Appointment: Full Time

Affiliation: Union – Unifor Local 229

Police Records: Vulnerable Sector

Position Summary

The Housing & Maintenance Worker is responsible for managing the daily operations of Wakaigin Housing and in the maintenance of other Beendigen properties.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

- Work from a holistic perspective, utilizing the teachings of the medicine wheel and Seven Grandfather Teachings.
- Utilize Elders for teachings, healing and guidance.
- Take personal responsibility to increase sensitivity, awareness and implementation of Beendigen’s cultural teachings and organizational practices in both professional conduct and work-related deliverables.
- Ensure that all properties meet Municipal and Provincial standards.
- Communicate regularly with Executive Director and The District of Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) to ensure Beendigen’s Housing units and policies and procedures meet current guidelines and requirements.
- Perform ongoing preventative maintenance, repairs and regular inspections of all of Beendigen’s assets.
- Maintain unit and necessary files and documentation required by Beendigen, federal regulations and local policy.
- Exercise considerable tact, confidentiality, and judgment in working with prospective tenants and current applicants.
- Attend Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association (ONPHA)



and DSSAB sponsored seminars and review all correspondence regarding Housing issues.
- Submit semi-annual inspection reports to Head Office on all units.
- Represent Beendigen responsibly when dealing with tenants and other outside agencies.
- Conduct monthly fire inspections and insure that all fire alarms and smoke detectors are in place and in working order.
- Monitor and forward proper documentation of rental payments, rent arrears, evictions and tenant changes to Head Office.
- Calculate rent payment following DSSAB guidelines and requirements.
- Ensure that tenants clean front and back yards, during and before leaving the residence.
- Maintain a current inventory of all tools and equipment of one hundred dollars or more.
- Complete general building and residential maintenance and repairs.
- Perform basic carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, and other minor repairs within the scope of the position.
- Assist with unit turnovers, including repairs, painting, fixture replacement, and general preparation of units.
- Identify maintenance concerns and report larger or specialized repairs to Manager.
- Safely operate and maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicles.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work, materials, and maintenance activities.
- Communicate respectfully and professionally with tenants, coworkers, contractors,



and community members.
- Inspect all work performed by contractors for approval before payment.
- Ensure that vacancies do not extend beyond DSSAB guidelines.
- Monitor and schedule maintenance for the housing vehicle.
- Maintain a daily log of activities and prepare monthly housing report for the Housing Committee and Board of Directors.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
- Ensure Health and Safety compliance in the workplace by following policies, procedures and best practices and reporting any unsafe environments.
- Follow confidential handling of tenant information as dictated by Privacy Legislation.
- Constructively participate in staff meetings, seminars and training sessions as required.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures and ensure adherence to program best practices.
- Be prepared to work in conjunction with the philosophy and mandate of the Organization.
- Preserve confidentiality of all residents, clients, staff, students, volunteers and agency information.
- Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Any other duties as requested by the Executive Director; commensurate with role.
- The above statements are the general functions of the position, and should not be interpreted as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may pertain to the job.

Qualifications

Required

- Secondary School Diploma along with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in building repairs or maintenance

Preferred

- Extensive knowledge of the following trades: carpentr

📌 Housing & Maintenance Worker (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 Beendigen
📍 Northeastern Ontario