Building Handyperson

Title: Building Handy Person 

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (Canada Summer Jobs)

Anticipated Dates: May 11, 2026 – August 29, 2026

Hours: 35 hours per week; primarily weekdays for 12 Weeks

Location: 962 Bloor St West and in the community

Supervisor: Executive Administrator/Office Manager

Compensation: $17.60/hour + 4% vacation pay (4% of gross income)

Sistering is a multi-service agency which offers practical and emotional support to women and trans people facing a variety of challenging life circumstances, including poverty, homelessness, social isolation, mental health and trauma histories.

Our Vision 

Sistering envisions a world where all women and trans people, in all our diversity, are valued; a world where we are safe and supported, treated with dignity, and given the respect we deserve. When opportunities are just and equitable, we can live life on our own terms. 

Our Mission 

Our goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for women and trans people who are socially isolated, poor, homeless or precariously housed. Guided by principles of Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism, Sistering works to change the social conditions that endanger women and trans people’s welfare. 

What We Do 

Sistering’s programs include a low-barrier 24/7 Drop In, Housing and Case Support, Harm Reduction, Peer Outreach, On the Path to Employment and Spun Studio social enterprise, and individual and systemic advocacy. 

How We Do It 

Sistering operates on a trauma-informed and relationship-based model and our harm reduction philosophy is a core element of all the work we do: we are here to respond to participants’ needs, where they are at, in the moment, to support participants to learn how to reduce harm and/or increase safety. In addition, we recognize that their lives have meaning and value. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Student Apprentice, Building Handy Person to join our facilities and maintenance team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience in general building maintenance and repair, supporting a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for staff and participants. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, dependable, and comfortable with physical work.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Other Duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a high school or post-secondary program (e.g., skilled trades, construction, facilities maintenance, or related field)

• Mechanically inclined with the ability to safely use basic hand and power tools

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or carpentry is an asset

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, kneeling, and standing for extended periods

• Valid driver’s license is an asset

• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice

ELIGIBILITY: 

To be eligible for this position, applicants must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the position
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Please note: International students and those on temporary work, youth, or visitor permits/visas are not eligible.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position works in the office and community. Sistering is a 24/7 operation, fast paced, intense environment. There may be the risk of exposure to potentially unpredictable behaviours and situations. Sistering is a pet friendly facility and as such, employees can expect to be in the proximity of animals.

Sistering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we welcome and encourage applications from black, racialized persons/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Those who require special accommodation through the interview process will be provided with the appropriate support.

This role is an open vacancy, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Applicants will be informed of the outcome following an interview as per Ontario employment regulations.