Maintenance Worker

BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job title: Maintenance Worker
Department: Capital Housing
Employment status: Full-Time Permanent (2 Positions)
Posting Date: August 20, 2025
Closing Date: August 30, 2025, at 12:00pm (Noon)

Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Worker will be responsible for the overall site and facility maintenance of the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg Administration, Social Services, Sustainable Development, Education, Health Center and emergency services buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Worker shall:

• Complete daily/weekly/monthly/semi-annual/annual compliance checks of building/site systems as required
• Perform minor repairs to building and assets
• Perform ground maintenance and upkeep of applicable buildings
• Assist in lifting/moving/assemble furniture and equipment to and from and within buildings
• Maintain proper storage and inventory of equipment/machinery at various scheduled times
• Communicate and receive work orders that need to be resolved with outside service people/trades people.
• Perform winter maintenance of sidewalks, steps and parking lots
• Tow trailers and equipment to other work sites
• Set up land-based equipment when off-site
• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, painting and maintenance as it arises
• Any other duty as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
• Minimum grade 12 diploma or equivalent or working toward an OSSD
• Certification related to operation of equipment used is an asset
• Previous working experience in maintenance
• Must have a valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle

Necessary Knowledge:
• Able to trouble shoot maintenance issues with minimal supervision
• Able to read building prints, drawings and schematics
• Able to learn the building management system
• Computer skills; Microsoft, Email, Internet, and online collaboration tools

Developed Competencies:
• Teamwork; able to collaborate effectively with others, communicate openly, foster strong working relationships, and contribute to group efforts
• Communication skills; able to effectively convey information and ideas to others, both verbally and in writing
• Self-Motivated; able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Time Management; able to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and meet deadlines
• Resilience; able to bounce back from setbacks, manage stress, and maintain a positive outlook in challenging situations

Working Conditions:
• Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials
• Requires stopping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, reaching, climbing and balancing
• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors year-round
• Some work sites include loud noise, dust, fumes and odors
• Working at heights
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Application Instructions:
Please submit your cover letter, resume and three professional references via our online application portal. You can find the link below. Be sure to complete all required fields and attach your documents before submitting.

BambooHR Web Link: https://bn.bamboohr.com/careers/58 

Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered & WILL automatically be screened out.

BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG
P.O. Box 193, Via Heron Bay, Ontario P0T 1R0 Phone (807) 229-1749 Fax (807) 229-1944
www.picriver.com