Join us at Ottawa Community Housing, where we are more than a home to about 33,000 tenants across approximately 15,000 homes. As Ottawa's largest social and affordable housing provider, ranking second largest in Ontario and fourth largest in Canada, we're committed to enhancing tenant well-being through partnerships with local service providers and support agencies. 

At OCH, diversity and equal opportunities are at the core of our workplace culture. We strive to mirror the vibrant communities of our city and have been honoured as the National Capital Region's Top Employer every year since 2018.    

WE ARE PROUD BECAUSE EVERY DAY WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Together, we're transforming tenants' lives by “providing more than a home, because we care”.    

What we offer:

Being an employee of OCHC you will have the chance to make a positive impact where it matters and help your community in more than one way! On top of that, you will have access to flexible work options, professional development, health & wellness programs and more!

What we seek:

OCHC is currently seeking a dedicated Maintenance Volunteer Engagement Student, work as part of a team that is responsible for general maintenance and outreach at various volunteer events. Under the guidance of the Manager, Volunteer Engagement, the Maintenance Volunteer Engagement Student will complete minor repairs, and assist with planting, pruning shrubs, and painting tasks as part of the volunteer program.

Maintenance Student with OCHC:

Improving the quality of life and the environment for OCH tenants is a main priority at our organization. As the Maintenance Volunteer Engagement Student, you will play a key role in ensuring tenants feel a sense of pride and ownership living in our communities.

As a Maintenance Volunteer Engagement Student, some of the things you will do include:

• Complete minor repairs to fences, benches etc., including painting.
• Paint exterior furniture and exterior components.
• Operate mechanical landscape equipment.
• Plant flowers and prune shrubs.
• Interact with various community members and partners during events.
• Assist with managing on-site logistics, event management and clean-up for events
• Support the Community and Tenant Support division with community outreach, as needed
• Other related tasks may be assigned as required.

As a Maintenance Volunteer Engagement Student, you can look forward to:

• Opportunities for growth and career development
• Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Positive and rewarding interactions with staff and tenants
• Working outdoors, staying active and making a positive impact in our communities

What you bring:

Other requirements:

• Must provide CSA approved work boots.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Must be between 15-30 years of age.
• Satisfactory criminal records check.

Work conditions:

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) on-site position.

Other details about the role:

Hourly rate: $18.23 - $19.38

OCH is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please notify Human Resources and we will work with you to jointly address your needs.

Apply now!