Homestarts Inc. is currently recruiting for an existing position for a Interim Handyperson/maintenance, required to work 40 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays, at co-operative housing communities managed by Homestarts in the Ottawa Area. This is a full time position to replace an employee on a leave of absence and will work at locations in Ottawa Area for approximately 2 months between January 14, 2027 - March 17, 2027.

Duties include general handyperson responsibilities such as:

- installing cabinets, cupboards
- patching walls
- drywall repairs and painting
- installing door knobs & changing locks
- minor plumbing (changing out washers, taps, toilets, plunging or snaking blockages, etc.)
- minor electrical (changing switches, ballasts, etc.)
- waste management
- fence repairs and other outside work
- tile repair and replacement
- flooring repairs
- caulking
- snow removal / grass cutting as applicable
- apartment building systems management as applicable
- other duties as may be determined





Must be diplomatic and able to maintain confidentiality. Reports to the Coordinator but must be able to work independently and take responsibility.

Note: A satisfactory police check is a condition of employment

Homestarts is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Human Resources will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process

· Please note personal email address on your resume.

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS, HOWEVER ONLY THOSE CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $43,000.00-$44,000.00 per year

Advantages:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Experience:

- maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Interim Full Time Maintenance/Handyperson - South Ottawa
🏢 Homestarts
📍 Ottawa