Skilled Labourer – Housing Department

Sheshegwaning First Nation; Sheshegwaning; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheshegwaning First Nation is seeking a skilled Labourer for the Housing Department to support ongoing repairs and maintenance of Band-owned housing.

Under the Housing Director, you will perform carpentry, plumbing and heating/cooling minor repairs, maintain tools and inventory, follow safety practices, and assist in renovations as funding allows. Preference to qualified SFN members. Training and PPE provided.

Qualifications

• Secondary School graduate plus acceptable related work experience and/or trade certificate in Carpentry
• Experience and skills in multiple types of home repair, maintenance, and renovations work
• Experience working safely with power tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of building codes is an asset
• Working knowledge and experience in Indigenous culture and community life

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs to Band owned housing units including minor repairs to plumbing and heating/cooling systems as well as carpentry repairs (interior/exterior), as needed
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
• Complete minor renovation projects, as required, subject to funding
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment, make minor purchases, as required, and communicate with the Housing Director to ensure efficiency
• Ensure proper PPE is always worn, and safe working practices are always followed
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe worksite
• Required to move furniture, equipment and supplies, as needed
• Other duties, as assigned

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safe work practices

Education

High School Diploma

Trade certificate in Carpentry

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Skilled Labourer – Housing Department

Full-Time position

Sheshegwaning First Nation is seeking a highly motivated, well-organized and versatile person to fill the position of Skilled Labourer within the Housing Department. Under the supervision of the Housing Director, this person will support the work of the Housing Department.

Qualifications

• Secondary School graduate plus acceptable related work experience and/or trade certificate in Carpentry, preferred
• Experience and skills in multiple types of home repair, maintenance, and renovations work
• Experience working safely with power tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of building codes is an asset
• Working knowledge and experience in Indigenous culture and community life

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete repairs to Band owned housing units including minor repairs to plumbing and heating/cooling systems as well as carpentry repairs (interior/exterior), as needed
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
• Complete minor renovation projects, as required, subject to funding
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment, make minor purchases, as required, and communicate with the Housing Director to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure proper PPE is always worn, and safe working practices are always followed
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe worksite
• Required to move furniture, equipment and supplies, as needed
• Other duties, as assigned

Salary Range: as per SFN salary grid

Preference will be given to qualified members of Sheshegwaning First Nation. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.