Caretaker and Maintenance Coordinator

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Caretaker and Maintenance Coordinator

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The swiya of the shíshálh people lies between Queens Reach in Jervis Inlet and Howe Sound on the south coast of British Columbia. Historically there were four main settlements at kalpilin (Pender Harbour), ts’unay (Deserted Bay), xenichen (Jervis Inlet) and tewankw near Porpoise Bay.shíshálh Nation is committed to innovation in program and service delivery designed to assist our members and community to achieve greater independence, wellness and self-sufficiency. Foundational to our shared work is the protection, promotion and practice of shíshálh culture, language and laws within our swiya.

Under the supervision of the Supportive Family Housing Team Lead, the Facility Caretaker & Maintenance Coordinator ensures that designated Nation facilities and program equipment are maintained to all health and safety requirements.

The Candidate:

• Provide day-to-day support to the Supportive Family Housing Team Lead. 
• Participation in working groups, meetings, and information sessions internally or with external groups.
• Coordinating with other departments, staff and contractors to ensure smooth care and maintenance of buildings. 
• Assisting families moving in and out of homes. 
• Helping to write policies.
• Monitoring and enforcing cleaning and maintenance expectations (inside and outside of homes/facilities). 
• Coordinating pest control, repairs and renovations as needed.
• Ensure the smooth operation of indoor and outdoor program facilities, including (but not limited to) the upkeep of support buildings, designated CMS offices/buildings and residential units (on the primary program site and at “satellite homes”).
• Ensuring the garbage, recycling and green waste are disposed of correctly. 
• Hands-on building maintenance tasks such as cleaning, repairing items, delegating work and overseeing other maintenance staff and contractors. 
• Conducting maintenance checks in homes and scheduling routine cleanings and deep cleanings. 
• undertaking seasonal maintenance tasks and renovations and repairs as needed. 
• Mowing, raking, garbage pick-up, and basic groundskeeping as needed, and if no contractor is in place. 
• Perform all other tasks within the scope of the position.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Three (3) years of experience working in the building industry, facility maintenance or trades is essential. Candidates with formal certifications and/or trade tickets are preferred. 
• Skilled and knowledgeable in building maintenance. Should be confident in safely undertaking repairs, using power tools and doing general “handyperson tasks,” including facility upkeep and groundskeeping as needed. 
• Leadership, coordination and/or management experience. 
• Experience working with indigenous people, organizations, and communities. 
• Proficient in using technology and other tools required to work remotely.
• Valid driver's license, a current vehicle insurance certificate, and access to reliable transportation. 
• Experienced in building maintenance and groundskeeping. 
• Experience coordinating projects/activities and managing staff/contractors. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate professionally with external agencies and effectively/sensitively with clients from diverse backgrounds, including conflict resolution.
• Analytical skills, sound judgement and decision-making skills are required to assess situations and determine the best possible outcomes.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office programs with advanced knowledge of Excel and strong database skills
• Knowledge of shíshálh culture and community members is an asset.
• Maintain flexibility in schedule and respond to unexpected emergencies and changes in workload to fulfill responsibilities.
• Attend and participate in scheduled staff and client care meetings as requested.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and to respond to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• A Criminal Record Check will be conducted on the successful candidate.

Applicants should have the following training/certification and/or a willingness to acquire. 

NOTE: Some or all of this training may be provided in the workplace. 

• Crisis prevention training and/or de-escalation training, non-violent intervention.
• Standard First Aid and CPR. At least one (1) staff member certified in Standard First Aid and the appropriate CPR level training must be always on duty.
• Mental health first aid training.
• Domestic violence safety planning.
• Substance use awareness and safety training, including naloxone training.
• LGBT2Q+ awareness training.
• Trauma-informed practice training.
• BC Housing Database training.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 or 2 is an asset but is not required for all positions.

The swiya of the shíshálh people lies between Queens Reach in Jervis Inlet and Howe Sound on the south coast of British Columbia. Historically there were four main settlements at kalpilin (Pender Harbour), ts’unay (Deserted Bay), xenichen (Jervis Inlet) and tewankw near Porpoise Bay.shíshálh Nation is committed to innovation in program and service delivery designed to assist our members and community to achieve greater independence, wellness and self-sufficiency. Foundational to our shared work is the protection, promotion and practice of shíshálh culture, language and laws within our swiya.
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