Maintenance Trainee

Nishnawbe Homes Inc. (NHI) owns and operates properties in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) for over 35 years. NHI offers affordable housing that connects them to the community and reflects Indigenous culture and values. NHI is a non-profit organization that promotes a safe, affordable and cooperative lifestyle for the Indigenous community. The successful applicant must be registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training. This is a contract ending on Mar.31, 2027, with the possibility of an extension.

Essential Functions Training on the following:

• To support the Nishnawbe Homes Maintenance team with the safety of the units, common areas and exteriors of our main congregate living building, (also other properties as needed);
• Assist with the turnover of units between tenants (may include light painting, drywall installation, cleaning and sanitizing);
• Follow NHI’s COVID Plan and Vaccine protocols for all staff and tenants;
• Be courteous, polite and helpful to all staff, tenants, contractors and visitors;
• Work as a Team Player within all of Nishnawbe Homes administration;
• Other duties as requested

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Demonstrate sound judgment regarding confidential & sensitive matters;
• Organize and prioritize workload effectively;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• WHMIS/First Aid Certification an asset.
• Be reliable and participate with a professional manner.
• Keep a detailed log of daily activities in Weekly Checklist and saved in the shift report structure

There are opportunities with this position to be cross-trained with other roles within the organization to develop skills to enhance the successful candidate’s experience.

Please email your resume and 3 references to: propertymanager@nishnawbehomes.org

Please put “Maintenance MBET position” in the subject line.

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled