If there are no successful Inuit candidates, this position will be offered as a term.
It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to provide Inuit-specific programs that contribute to the health and wellbeing of Inuit, and to encourage and support similar programs for Inuit across the country. With over 30 years of highly successful experience in crafting the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of effective, client-centered services, TI continues to deliver quality programs and services that directly benefit our growing urban Inuit population.
The Operations Assistant provides general maintenance, building, infrastructure, IT, and other forms of operational support for Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI). The incumbent will work closely with Human Resources and Operations personnel as well as with third party service providers for the overall smooth running of TI operations and facilities.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems, maintenance equipment, procedures, and techniques; the operation of heating and air conditioning units; Inuit culture, values, traditions, and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, time management skills, administrative and organizational skills, basic financial management skills, computer literacy skills and customer service skills are necessary.
The ability to prepare maintenance schedules and coordinate service provider calls, meetings, etc., perform routine maintenance and repairs, lift items more than 50lbs, comply with operational policies and procedures, codes, and regulations, and work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime hours to fulfill the operational needs of the organization are all requirements of the position.
High School diploma and post-secondary education or training in facility or property management or in a related trade is preferred. Three years’ experience performing a related role in facility, property, or maintenance management is required. Training in WHMIS, Fire Safety, First Aid and CPR is an asset. Previous experience working with the Inuit community is an asset. Fluency in English is required and the ability to communicate in Inuktitut is preferred.
A driver’s license and acceptable driver’s abstract is required.
A combination of related education and work/life experience may be accepted.
Deadline for applications is February 5th, 2023.
To apply, please submit your resume to careers@tiontario.ca.
Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates, applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
The successful candidate for this position will be required to obtain criminal records check with results that are acceptable to TI. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tiontario.ca to learn more about our programs and services. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
TI’s main office is located at 1071 Richmond Road, Ottawa ON which is conveniently located close to all major transportation access points. Parking is free on the premise.
We thank all interested candidates in advance, but unfortunately, we are only able to respond to those selected for an interview.
Tungasuvvingat Inuit is an Inuit-specific registered not-for-profit Ontario service provider offering social support, cultural activities, employment and education assistance, youth programs, counselling, crisis intervention and more. In total, we offer nearly 30 integrated, front-line services! The goal is to be a one-stop resource and support centre to meet the rapidly growing, complex and evolving needs of Inuit in Ontario.
Our core values are anchored in the traditional principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ), the Inuit way of “knowing.” These resilience-building principles invoke: respecting others, relationships and caring for people; fostering good spirit by being open, welcoming and inclusive; and serving and providing for family and community. IQ also calls for decision-making through discussion and consensus; development of skills through mentoring, practice and effort; working together for a common cause; being innovative and resourceful; and having respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.
TI is the only Inuit-specific service organization of its kind in urban Canada offering support through a person’s entire life cycle. As the population of Inuit living outside of Inuit Nunangat now exceeds 40%, Tungasuvvingat Inuit is recognized as a leading advocate for urban Inuit and is prominent within the framework of national Inuit organizations. Our comprehensive agency is a respected leader and the primary model for Inuit-specific service delivery, working in both urban and non-urban settings. Our agency has received mainstream recognition as a centre of excellence in several of our programs. Tungasuvvingat Inuit is supported by more than a dozen public and private funders, including all levels of government. We are governed by an elected, volunteer Board of Directors, consisting broadly of community leaders from across the province committed to fulfilling our vision.