Maintenance Repairperson B - Competition Number: 2026/27-010-700831P

About NLHC

The Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NL Housing) is a crown corporation whose mandate is to develop and administer housing assistance policy and programs for the benefit of low to moderate income households throughout the province. As the largest landlord in the Province, NL Housing manages a portfolio of over 5,500 units province-wide. The services provided by NL Housing provide clients with access to safe, stable and affordable housing, which is essential to the social, financial, and physical well-being of individuals, families and communities. There is a wide range of housing needs across the province, from those facing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, to low income households needing assistance to pay rent or complete much-needed repairs on their homes. For more information on our programs and services, and strategic priorities, please visit our website www.nlhc.nl.ca.

About the Department/Region

Context: The Eastern Region maintains and supports approximately 3,500 NL Housing rental properties on the Avalon and Burin Peninsulas through offices in St. John’s (Avalon) and Marystown. The region provides a wide range of services, including receiving and processing rental applications; administering rental accounts and lease compliance provisions; providing various client services and tenant relations including eviction prevention, and monitoring, facilitating and administering property maintenance. A variety of programs designed to support low to moderate income households and homeowners are also delivered. Regional staff members are involved in the delivery of the Provincial Home Repair, Home Modification, Home Energy Savings, Partner Managed Housing, and Rent Supplement Programs.

Position Details

Competition Number: 2026/27-010-700831P
Employment Type: Permanent Positions
Department/Region: Eastern Region
Location: Avalon Regional Maintenance, St. John’s
Posting Status: External
Closing Date: November 16, 2026
Salary Scale: $52,062 to $57,616 per annum (CG-26, $25.03 to $27.70 per hour), 40-hour work week

Duties:
The incumbent performs skilled repair, maintenance, and refurbishment work on NL Housing residential units, including preparing vacant units for occupancy. Duties include plastering, painting, drywall repair, and general carpentry such as repairing and replacing doors, windows, flooring, siding, and cabinetry, as well as minor construction work. The role also involves basic plumbing repairs, including installing and repairing fixtures, clearing blockages, and identifying leaks. Work may include mold and mildew remediation and minor asbestos abatement in accordance with safety standards.
Additional responsibilities include completing minor electrical-related tasks, ensuring safety systems are operational, and performing interior and exterior repairs using appropriate tools and equipment. The incumbent estimates materials and labour, maintains records, and communicates professionally with tenants while working in occupied units. Other related duties, including seasonal tasks, may be required.

Screening Criteria

Completion of a Carpentry, Painting and Decorating, or Renovation Technician program (equivalencies may be considered).
Experience in residential plastering and painting.
Experience in residential carpentry, maintenance, or construction.
Experience in basic plumbing.
Journeyperson Certificate of Qualification in Carpentry or Painting & Decorating (Asset)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge of plastering and painting practices, including the use and care of tools.
Knowledge of carpentry methods and practices, including the use and care of tools.
Knowledge of basic plumbing practices, including the use and care of tools.
Knowledge of the National Building Code is considered an asset.
Ability to estimate materials, supplies, and labour.
Ability to effectively exchange information.
Ability to work independently and manage time and tasks efficiently.
Client Service Orientation

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer:
1. Proof of a valid class 5 driver’s license.
2. An acceptable driver’s abstract
3. An acceptable Certificate of Conduct

Conditions of Acceptance:
1. Willing to accept day travel (significant)
2. Willing to accept overnight travel to remote areas (periodic)
3. Acknowledgement of requirement for heavy lifting (greater than 50 lbs)

Applicant Information

This is a CUPE Local 1860 bargaining unit position and as per the Collective Agreement, applicants internal to the bargaining unit will be processed prior to other candidates.
Newfoundland Labrador Housing values diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
Disability related accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting [email protected] or by calling (709) 724-3002.
Preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
Applications should be received prior to midnight Newfoundland Standard time on the closing day.
The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application submitted clearly demonstrates the required criteria. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required screening criteria will be screened out.
The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application includes accurate and current contact information, including phone number, mailing and e-mail addresses.
All information submitted as part of this application must be factual, complete and current to date of submission. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of stated credentials as part of the selection process.
This competition may be used to fill future similar vacancies with NL Housing.

Please note that applications will not be accepted in-person, by fax, email or mail at this time.