Technical Administrator

Position: Technical Administrator

Closing:Posting will remain opened until filled

Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: $54,800 - $64,400

Our Vision is “to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.”

We are currently seeking a Technical Administrator for our office located in in Hamilton, ON. As the Technical Administrator, you will be an integral member of the Technical Services Team, responsible for, but not limited to, providing high

**PLEASE APPLY ON OUR CAREERS PAGE**:
**In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter**.

**Compensation**:
In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. **This comprehensive compensation package includes**:

- Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
- Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for fieldwork;
- $2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee
- Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday and Family Day;
- Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
- Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
- A competitive salary in the pay band 6, $54,800 - $64,400

**Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following**:

- Support the OAHS mission and vision and make significant contributions to the achievement of the corporate strategic plan;
- Complete Building Condition Assessments in field on a weekly basis to obtain foundational data for Capital planning and energy initiatives.
- Provide energy and technical support to our development, maintenance, property management staff and OAHS tenants.
- Review proposed capital projects to validate OAHS procurement process, prioritize repairs and identify potential energy saving measures.
- Research and conduct utility reviews to identify concerns or trends to document potential areas of improvement for Energy conservation.
- Work closely with members of all OAHS departments to support projects and programs delivered in your area.
- Identify opportunities for sustainability and environmental improvements in the capital repair program
- Conduct quality assurance inspections related to OAHS Procurement to ensure staff and external vendors are complying with OAHS standard operating policies and procedures.
- Inform and educate tenants on energy saving measures.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of facility capital and energy improvement projects in your area.
- Assist with planning and implementation of annual maintenance on facilities in your area.
- Other duties as required.
- Knowledge of and an appreciation for Indigenous cultures
- Applicable degree or post-secondary diploma and/or at least 3- 5 years in related experience in facilities, building services, energy conservation or property management.
- Experience completing Building Condition Assessments and/or Energy Audits on residential and commercial buildings.
- Knowledge in Word, Excel, Power Point, Project Tracking Software and/or specific experience with Business Management Systems
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a highly motivated, professional and results-oriented team;
- Sound knowledge of lighting, heating, cooling, HVAC, building automation systems;
- Experience managing construction projects and managing various trades at one time.
- Experience with the Landlord and Tenant Board, social services, and other service sectors would be an asset

**Conditions of employment**:

- Ability to travel as required;
- Ability to work varying hours/days, if required;
- Valid CPIC clearance (Criminal Records check);
- References;
- Current, valid Ontario Driver’s License and safe driving record.

**For the Health and Safety of employees, all new employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired by OAHS. For clarity, fully vaccinated means two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and that at least 14 days have elapsed since completion of your vaccine series. OAHS will require proof of full vaccination prior to an employee’s start date.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $54,800.00-$64,400.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life