Building Maintenance Worker

Penticton-and-District-Society-For-Community-Living-; Penticton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Penticton & District Society for Community Living (PDSCL) is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Building Maintenance Worker to care for our diverse range of facilities in Penticton. You will perform repairs, maintenance, and safety compliance across buildings and grounds, including coordinating with contractors, maintaining logs, and supporting on-call rotations.

The role requires Grade 10 and two years’ related experience, a valid Class 5 license, CPR/First Aid, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education plus related vocational training.
• Two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (working with vulnerable adults and children)
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
• Access to a personal vehicle for work (employer provides insurance difference)
• Medical clearance confirming fitness to work
• Working knowledge of production and safety practices
• Knowledge of fire safety protocols and fire equipment

Responsibilities

• Establishes, monitors, and carries out preventative maintenance for building, equipment and grounds.
• Performs carpentry, electrical, painting, mechanical and plumbing maintenance and repairs.
• Monitors work performed by contractors, prepares estimates and arranges for major repairs.
• Collects and removes garbage and recyclable materials and ensures safe disposal of hazardous waste.
• Cleans external areas and performs minor gardening and lawn tasks.
• Completes and maintains maintenance logs and security incident reports.
• Transports equipment and supplies as needed and arranges furniture for events.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Planning & Organizing

Interpersonal & Communication

Judgment & Analytical thinking

Physical capability

Initiative

Honesty

Teamwork

Stress tolerance

Adaptability

Education

Grade 10 + vocational training

Tools

Class 5 Driver's License

Job description

Temporary Full-Time

Building Maintenance Worker

Penticton & District Society for Community Living (PDSCL)

About PDSCL

Penticton and District Society for Community Living (PDSCL) is a non‑profit organization committed to supporting individuals with diverse abilities in Penticton and surrounding communities.We provide essential services to people with intellectual disabilities, seniors, low‑income adults, families, and individuals experiencing homelessness. Our work is rooted in inclusion, dignity, respect, and helping people live meaningful lives within their communities.

Position Overview

PDSCL is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Building Maintenance Worker to join our team.This position plays an important role in ensuring our properties, equipment, and grounds remain safe, functional, and well‑maintained for the individuals we support, our employees, and our community partners.

Position Details

Status: Temporary Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location:Various Sites in Penticton

Additional Requirement: Participation in the organization's on‑call rotationJob

Summary

Performs a variety of maintenance and repair duties related to buildings, grounds, and equipment. Ensures facilities are maintained in accordance with safety, security, and operational standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Establishes, monitors, and carries out preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for building, equipment and grounds. Ensures building and equipment meet all safety, security and fire regulations and policies. Makes recommendations for major repairs and purchases to Coordinator.
• Performs carpentry, electrical, painting, mechanical and plumbing maintenance and repairs such as repairing furniture, constructing shelves, installing switches, replacing plugs and other basic appliance repairs, applying paint and other finishes, repairing drywall, disassembling and reassembling equipment, replacing sinks and toilets and applying finishing material such as linoleum.
• Monitors work performed by contractors, prepares estimates of labour and material costs, contacts external contractors and trades people to obtain quotes and arranges for major repairs and maintenance work.
• Collects and removes garbage and recyclable materials and ensures the safe disposal of hazardous waste.
• Cleans external areas such as entranceways, sidewalks and parking lots using manual and power brooms, rakes, shovels and other equipment to remove dirt, leaves, snow and other refuse. Performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks such as mowing, weeding, pruning and watering.
• Completes and maintains related records such as maintenance logs and security incident reports.
• Transports equipment, furniture and supplies manually and/or using aides such as dollies and carts. Operates a motor vehicle to pick up and move goods and supplies. Arranges furniture for special events.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

Grade 10 education, plus related vocational training (e.g., building maintenance course).

Training & Experience

Two (2) years of recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Other Employment Requirements

• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (working with vulnerable adults and children)
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
• Access to a personal vehicle that may be used for the purpose of work. Business insurance difference and allowance will be provided by Employer
• Medical clearance confirming fitness to work
• Working knowledge of production and safety practices
• Knowledge of fire safety protocols and fire equipment

Qualifications and Abilities

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound judgment and analytical thinking
• Physical capability to meet job demands
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Honesty and high work standards
• Team‑oriented mindset
• Tolerance for occasional high‑stress situations
• Willingness to work in varied conditions

Why Join PDSCL?

At PDSCL, our employees play a vital role in supporting programs and services that positively impact the lives of people throughout our community. Maintaining safe, welcoming, and well‑functioning facilities is essential to the quality care and supports we provide every day.As a member of our team, you will:

• Work in an environment that promotes respect, collaboration, and teamwork
• Contribute directly to the safety and functionality of programs serving vulnerable populations
• Gain experience working across a diverse range of facilities and services
• Be part of a well‑established non‑profit organization serving the South Okanagan since 1958
• Make a meaningful contribution to enhancing the quality of life of the people we support

Application Questions

• This position requires clearance from the Ministry of Justice for a Criminal Record Check for working with Vulnerable Adults and Children. You will be required to provide this during the second stage of onboarding. Will you be able to obtain this clearance? (Yes/No)
• This position requires a Physician's Declaration of Good Physical and Mental Health confirming fitness to work. You will be required to provide this during the second stage of onboarding. Will you be able to obtain this documentation? (Yes/No)
• This position requires a valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with an acceptable driving record. Do you currently meet this requirement? (Yes/No)
• Are you willing and able to participate in the required on‑call rotation? (Yes/No)

Required Certifications

• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Penticton and District Society for Community Living is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who share our commitment to community, inclusion, and service excellence.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.