Maintenance Supervisor

Position: Maintenance Supervisor

Closing: Posting will remain opened until filled

Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: $66,100 - $77,660

Our Vision is “to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.”

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our office located in Dryden, Ontario.

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be an integral member of the Technical Services and Maintenance Teams, responsible for, but not limited to, all aspects of property inspection, maintenance, and repairs of our existing housing stock consisting of both detached and multi-unit residences. You will also play an integral part in guiding, training, and on-site supervision of our maintenance team, which will consist of 2-4 individuals. The successful candidate will be a goal-oriented, organized, enthusiastic individual who understands and appreciates how safe, affordable housing contributes to quality of life and serves as a stable foundation.

Compensation:

In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. This includes:

1. Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
2. Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for fieldwork;
3. $2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
4. Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) including Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday, and Family Day;
5. Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
6. Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while enhancing organizational capacity;
7. A competitive salary in the pay band 7, $66,100 - $77,660.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support OAHS’s mission and vision and make significant contributions to the achievement of the corporate strategic plan;
2. Work closely with the Senior Manager and Maintenance to ensure OAHS maintenance and construction standards are met;
3. Responsible for or assisting in all aspects of building and property maintenance compliance;
4. Complete maintenance requests for our residential units both detached and multi;
5. Renovate and repair vacant units for new Residents to move in;
6. Inspections of upcoming vacant units to determine repairs required;
7. Preventative maintenance inspections and reporting;
8. Day-to-day site supervision and guidance of maintenance personnel;
9. Carrying out property inspections and preparing inspection reports and work specifications;
10. Inspecting work performed by contractors to ensure completeness and quality in accordance with specifications;
11. Securing vacated units;
12. Purchasing and inventory of material required for repairs or renovations;
13. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Appreciation for Indigenous cultures and a values system that believes in assisting people;
2. The ability to speak or understand Cree and/or Oji-Cree would be considered a strong asset;
3. College Diploma/Certification in Construction/House Inspection, carpentry, plumbing, electrical or other related programs or a combination of education and related experience;
4. General carpentry experience in areas such as flooring, trim work, cabinetry, etc.;
5. Minor plumbing, electrical, and/or HVAC experience;
6. Drywall repair and painting;
7. Exterior repairs such as siding, soffit, fascia, eavestrough, etc.;
8. Experience installing windows, doors, etc. would be considered an asset;
9. Other general repair tasks associated with single detached homes;
10. Demonstrated experience and knowledge in property inspection and maintenance.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Ability to travel throughout the province of Ontario as required;
2. Ability to work varying hours/days;
3. Valid CPIC Clearance (Criminal Records check) and/or Vulnerable Sector Check;
4. References.

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services also welcomes and supports diversity including those who identify as 2SLGBTQQNBIA+.

We thank all candidates who choose to apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.