FORT ALBANY FIRST NATION
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
13 SCHOOL ROAD, BOX 1
FORT ALBANY, ON
P0L 1H0
TELEPHONE: (705) 278-1044 FAX: (705) 278-1193
JOB POSTING
Position: Maintenance Worker Term: Full Time
Department: FAFN Women’s Shelter Salary Range: TBD
Hours: 35 Hours per week Location: Timmins, ON
Posting Date: May 25, 2026 Closing Date: June 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm
SUMMARY:
About Us
The Fort Albany Women’s Shelter and Transition Home (Timmins) provides a safe, supportive, and healing environment for women and children experiencing family violence or crisis. Our facility that supports not only shelter services but also land-based and cultural healing programs. We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and respectful Maintenance Worker to join our team and help ensure our property and buildings remain safe, functional, and welcoming.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Shelter Director, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for the upkeep and repair of buildings, systems, equipment, and grounds. The ideal candidate will have experience in general maintenance and property care, take pride in their work, and understand the importance of maintaining privacy, safety, and dignity for residents and staff.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs for all shelter and transition home facilities.
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Handle minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting work.
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Maintain the property grounds, including lawn care, snow removal, fencing, and outdoor structures.
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Operate and maintain tools and equipment such as tractors, mowers, and snowblowers.
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Ensure all safety and security systems (fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting) are in proper working order.
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Coordinate with contractors for major repairs or specialized maintenance.
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Support land-based programs by preparing outdoor spaces and ensuring safe, accessible environments.
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Keep detailed maintenance logs and report safety or security issues promptly.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent required; trades training or technical certifications are an asset.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in building or property maintenance.
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Working knowledge of safety standards, building systems, and equipment operation.
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Experience operating small engines and groundskeeping equipment.
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Valid Class G driver’s license and clean driving record.
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Must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
Skills and Attributes
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Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
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Respectful, culturally aware, and trauma-informed approach when working near residents.
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Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
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Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing outdoor work in all seasons.
Work Environment
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Combination of indoor and outdoor work on a large property.
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Occasional evening, weekend, or emergency call-outs may be required.
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Collaborative, community-focused environment that values safety and respect.
FAFN provides competitive group health, vision and dental benefits with employer matching pension plan contributions
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Must be able to do written reports
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Must be organized
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Must do framing and insulating
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Must be able to install doors, windows, door knots, hinges.
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Fix or install drywall, trimmings and stairs
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Fix and install flooring, walls, or ceiling
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Must be able to fix roofs re leaking.
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Must meet boxes/supplies when Cargo plane comes in.
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Must be able to do inventory
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Must be able to lift 22 kg.
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Must be able to work 35 hours per week.
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Any relevant tasks as needed
Interested applicants, please submit your CPIC, cover letter and resume to:
Garett McKinnon
Human Resources Administrator
Fort Albany First Nation
Box 1
Fort Albany, ON P0L 1H0
Or fax: (705) 278-1193
Or email: hr.admin@fortalbany.ca