Posted 5 months ago
Project Technologist
@ Keewaytinook Okimakanak
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Overview
Keewaytinook Okimakanak is hiring a full-time Project Technologist in Public Works to plan, develop and implement capital projects and advise six remote First Nations communities. The role reports to the Public Works Manager and requires frequent travel to remote communities.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a resource and advisor on public works matters
- Plan, develop and implement capital projects
- Travel frequently to remote First Nation communities
- Report to the Public Works Manager
Requirements summary:
- College or university graduate in technology/technician fields or related specialty
- OACETT membership or ability to obtain it
- OBOA membership or ability to obtain it
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a licensed, insured vehicle
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: frequent |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | OACETT membership, OBOA membership |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Technology, Technician, Engineering technology |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Keewaytinook Okimakanak
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 43 |
SUMMARY
Keewaytinook Okimakanak is a non-political Chiefs Council serving six remote First Nations communities; Deer Lake,Fort Severn, Keewaywin, McDowell Lake, North Spirit Lake, and Poplar Hill First Nations. The organization is directed bythe Chiefs of the member First Nations who form the Board of Directors. Through its close awareness of communityneeds and its team approach, the Council advises and assists its member First Nations. The Council provides services in the areas of public works, health, education, economic development, employment assistance, legal, finance, administration, and telecommunications (K-Net Services). Keewaytinook Okimakanak liaises with the six Chiefs and Council members, and with other organizations and governments.
Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the Public Works Project Technologist will be responsible for acting as a resource and advisor; as well as planning, development and implementation of capital projects. Frequent travel to remote First Nation communities will be necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Community College or University graduate in the Technology/Technician related fields or an associated specialty
- Current member or ability to complete certification to obtain membership in Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
- Current member or ability to complete certification to obtain membership with the Ontario Building OfficialsAssociation (OBOA)
- The ability to read/interpret plans and specifications
- Strong communications skills (written and verbal)
- Must possess a valid Ontario's Drivers License
- Must have access to a licensed and insured vehicle
A CAREER WITH KEEWAYTINOOK OKIMAKANAK OFFERS YOU
- Competitive wages
- Benefits and pension package
- Opportunity for training and growth
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