Housing Maintainer

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Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

The incumbent will be responsible for completing important preventative and corrective maintenance work on Housing NWT assets within assigned communities and districts. Work assignments will be generated through work orders and may arise from preventative maintenance inspections, identified repair requirements, or requests from District Offices and Local Housing Organizations (LHOs).

The incumbent will work as part of a Housing NWT trades and maintenance team, collaborating closely with other trades professionals across the Northwest Territories, District staff, LHOs and other Housing NWT colleagues.

The incumbent will work independently while contributing to a coordinated team approach to the delivery of maintenance services. Work will be guided by Housing NWT policies, procedures and standards related to maintenance management, health and safety, applicable legislation and codes.

The incumbent will be responsible for completing assigned work, documenting maintenance activities and supporting the effective maintenance and operation of Housing NWT assets. The position may require travel to communities within the assigned district to complete preventative maintenance, repairs and other assigned work.

Housing NWT is looking to hire Housing Maintainers for the communities of Inuvik, Norman Wells and Fort Simpson.

Flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered where operational requirements permit. Due to the hands-on nature of the position, the incumbent must be available to attend Housing NWT properties and communities as required to complete maintenance, repair and preventative maintenance activities.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

Knowledge of building and mechanical trades in order to maintain government assets

Knowledge of northern building construction in order to understand building structures and be able to maintain them

Ability to use and work in International System of Units (SI - the metric system) as many tools and parts are in metric

Skilled in operation and maintenance of equipment in order to work independently to maintain and repair a variety of assets

Knowledge of the following codes, legislations and other documents related to building trades and the ability to reference and interpret individual items from the code books, legislation or other documents including: National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, Canadian Plumbing Code, Northwest Territories Fire Code, Workers Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) safe work practices, Maintenance Management System Manual and various Equipment Operating Manuals

Ability to perform administrative tasks and the ability to use and/or learn to use a variety of software programs to assist the district office in carrying out agency objectives

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Journey Certified Housing Maintainer and one (1) year of related experience.

A Class 5 Driver's License is required.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

1st FLOOR  ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING

BOX 1869

INUVIK, NT  X0E 0T0

Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644

Fax (867) 678-6620

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Term Position

This job opening is for a 2 Year Term

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28227

Closing Date: September 8, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $45.34 per hour (approximately $88,413 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304

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