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At Elk Valley Family Society, we believe that safe, stable housing changes lives — and it takes dedicated, passionate people to make that happen. We're a community-rooted non-profit serving families, seniors, and individuals across the Elk Valley, and we're always looking for team members who share our commitment to people-first housing.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, working with EVFS means being part of something that truly matters to your neighbours and your community.

Browse our current openings below — we'd love to have you with us. Click the role name for description and info.

  • Location: Fernie and Sparwood
    Salary: $18.50 per hour, 35 hours per week
    Job type: Full-time, summer student
    Work schedule: Morning, Day
    Workplace type: On-site only
    Start date: May 11th or 18th, 2026
    Language: English
    Positions available: 1

    Conditions:

    • Must be enrolled in school for Fall 2026

    • Must be permanent resident of Canada

    Job Requirements

    Experience and requirements

    • Lawn care and general building maintenance skills would be an asset

    • Must be enrolled in school for Fall 2026

    • Must be permanent resident of Canada

    Work site environment

    • Outdoors and indoors

    Work setting

    • Various locations

    • Collaboration with EVFS team

    • Construction-like duties

    • Landscaping-like duties

    Tasks

    • Assisting with general maintenance tasks such as landscaping, painting, staining, minor repairs, and site cleanup.

    • Supporting licensed tradespeople — including plumbers, electricians, and other contractors — by preparing work areas, carrying materials, and helping with basic tasks as requested.

    • Coordinating with contractors on-site, including communicating schedules, accessing units, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

    • Gaining experience in facility operations and project coordination by participating in property improvement projects.

    • Developing strong tenant communication skills through respectful interactions with residents from diverse backgrounds.

    • Helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for tenants across all Elk Valley Family Society properties.

    Work conditions and physical capabilities

    • Bending, crouching, kneeling

    • Combination of sitting, standing, walking

    • Handling heavy loads

    • Physically demanding

    • Work with minimal supervision

    Personal suitability

    • Efficient interpersonal skills

    • Excellent communication

    • Reliability

    • Team player

    • Punctuality

  • Location: Fernie and Sparwood
    Salary: $20.50 per hour, 35 hours per week
    Job type: Full-time, summer student
    Work schedule: Morning, Day
    Workplace type: On-site only
    Start date: May 11th or 18th, 2026
    Language: English
    Positions available: 1

    Conditions:

    • Must be enrolled in school for Fall 2026

    • Must be permanent resident of Canada

    Job Description

    Experience and requirements

    • Customer service and basic administrative experience are an asset

    • Computer skills and Microsoft Office Skills are an asset

    • Must be enrolled in school for Fall 2026—This job is part of the 2026 Canada Summer Student Jobs Program

    • Must be a permanent resident

    Work site environment

    • Office environment

    Work setting

    • Fernie office location

    • Some trips to Sparwood locations may be required

    • Occasionally assisting maintenance department in tenant units

    Tasks

    • Assisting with general office administration, including organizing files, preparing documents, data entry, and digitizing records to support improved efficiency.

    • Contributing to fundraising initiatives by helping plan, promote, and lead small campaigns or community-based events.

    • Supporting the implementation of tenant support programs, community events, resource distribution, and other outreach activities that enhance tenant well-being.

    • Assisting with technical and digital tasks such as updating program databases, managing online forms, or troubleshooting simple office technology needs.

    • Working alongside the Property Manager to support tenant relations, including communication with residents, scheduling appointments, distributing notices, and helping respond to tenant questions or concerns in a respectful and trauma-informed manner.

    • Assisting Maintenance Manager with various tasks such as knocking and unlocking tenant units and organizing notices to enter units.

    • Participating in the creative planning and coordination of community events, tenant engagement projects, and outreach initiatives aimed at building stronger, safer, and more connected housing communities.

    • Modelling professionalism and empathy when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those facing housing insecurity, financial hardship, or fleeing violence.

    • This role will allow the employee to develop a broad range of administrative, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills while contributing directly to community housing stability.

    Personal suitability

    • Attention to detail

    • Efficient interpersonal skills

    • Excellent communication

    • Reliability

    • Team player

    • Punctuality