The Housing Maintenance Coordinator plays a crucial role in providing administrative and coordination support for the renovations of Whitefish River First Nation (WRFN) rental units. This position coordinates resources and third parties/vendors for project execution, including tracking and analyzing project performance, expenditures, procurement, and reporting. The Housing Maintenance Coordinator is also responsible for overseeing renovation projects, repairs, and maintenance, as well as the overall operation of WRFN rental homes and properties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare, coordinate, and monitor daily minor and major maintenance and renovation services to all WRFN band rental units under the Housing Department.
• Performing general inspections in rental homes and engaging with tenants to determine renovation needs and requests.
• Collaborating and communicating with the Housing Navigator is a key aspect of this role, ensuring tenants well-being is at the forefront of our operations.
• Assist with budgets for each unit or project and report on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
• Assist with maintenance planning for all equipment and vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and report any issues with electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) in the rental units, including necessary equipment repairs (For a complete job description, please email [email protected]).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 or GED is required. A post-secondary diploma in Project Management, Business Administration, Construction/House Inspection, or other related programs is an asset. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience will also be considered, providing a pathway for career growth and development.
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in general maintenance, carpentry, and knowledge of the mechanical operation of housing unit equipment/systems preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of building and operating systems, construction, installation, maintenance, and repair practices.
• Experience in Project Management is required; Experience supervising crews is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of Workplace Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Regulations.
• Knowledge of applicable construction codes (ONT Building, ON Plumbing, Canadian Electrical).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). MS Project (project management software) is preferred.

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of construction processes, materials, and techniques; Ability to read blueprints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated and physically fit to perform this type of work, and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must train new employees and work flexible hours; maintain on-call schedule.
• Excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, and collaborative skills.

**Upon hire, the successful candidate must submit a Police Criminal Reference Check. ** **

Applications must be received by August 7th, 2025, at noon.

Interested applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, two (2) work-related references, and one (1) character reference (with contact information) to:

CONFIDENTIAL:
Housing Maintenance Coordinator

c/o Human Resources

Whitefish River First Nation

17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, P.O. Box 188; Birch Island, ON P0P1A0

Email applications can be emailed to [email protected]

Miigwetch to all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.