Who we are:

Ottawa Community Housing Corporation (OCHC) is the largest community housing provider in Ottawa and the second largest in Ontario. We are a non-profit organization providing social and affordable housing to more than 32,000 tenants within various communities. We aim to be a leader at providing safe and affordable homes to tenants in our communities in the City of Ottawa.

OCHC has been recognized as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for six years in a row due to its innovative and proactive programs on diversity, equity, and inclusion, employee health & wellness and corporate culture.

OCHC is committed to creating equal opportunities for all employees and celebrates the diversity of its workplace as it mirrors the diverse communities within our beautiful city. By working together, we foster the growth of our team as well as the communities we serve.

 

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 a comprehensive and competitive compensation & benefits package, flexible work options, professional development, health & wellness programs and more!

 

What we seek:

OCHC is looking for a resourceful Maintenance Worker to assist our tenants regarding any of their maintenance needs. Reporting to the Property Manager, the Maintenance Worker will help to repair, and upkeep occupied and vacant units, as well as common areas and grounds.

 

Maintenance Worker with OCHC:

Providing high quality, affordable solutions to our tenants is our organization’s mission. As the maintenance worker you will be the key to making this mission a success. You will deliver change and create a positive impact in our tenant’s lives everyday and no two days will be the same. You will be the reason that our tenants can live comfortably in their homes knowing that their problems will be solved.

 

As a Maintenance Worker, some of the things you will do include:

•        Complete repairs and improvements to OCHC properties (interior and exterior)
•        Repair or replace electrical hardware (i.e., smoke detectors, switches, and doorbells.)
•        Install or repair plumbing fixtures
•        Clean up of vacant units and yard
•        Maintain and test emergency lighting systems, fire extinguishers and other emergency tools
•        Represent OCHC in a positive manner

 

As a Maintenance Worker, you can look forward to:

•        Unique and ever-changing work tasks every new day
•        A supportive team
•        A safe environment
•        Using your knowledge and skills to create a positive change in communities

 

What you bring:

Education & Experience:            

A typical candidate will have the following qualifications and experience.  Exceptional candidates with different qualifications will be considered at the discretion of the employer if demonstrated experience, knowledge, and ability warrant.

•        Completion of Grade 10
•        Oral fluency, reading and writing abilities in English
•        Relevant training in building maintenance
•        Minimum of two (2) years experience in construction or building maintenance
•        Working knowledge of applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation
•        Working knowledge of hand and power tools

 

Skills and abilities:

•        Effective communication skills
•        Ability to overcome social and cultural barriers to communication
•        Ability to follow protocols while performing maintenance tasks
•        Possess physical and technical capabilities to perform related duties
•        Ability to speak French or additional languages commonly used by OCHC tenants is an asset
•        Ability to effectively manage and address the needs of individuals with diverse socio-economical challenges
•        Competent at using electronic devices such as smartphones and/or tablets

 

Work conditions:

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

 

Other requirements:

•        Satisfactory Criminal Records Check
•        Possess a valid Class “G” driver’s license or equivalent

 

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!