Building Maintenance Worker (Full Time)

City of Chilliwack; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Chilliwack is seeking a full-time Building Maintenance Worker. The position involves performing routine carpentry, minor electrical repairs, and plumbing duties. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education in Industrial Arts and possess relevant skills in the trades. This is a permanent unionized position with a salary of $36.92 per hour.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing trades.
• Able to organize tools, time, and work effectively.
• Capable of understanding verbal and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine carpentry work.
• Conduct minor electrical repairs.
• Maintain and repair plumbing systems.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical work

Plumbing

Safety practices

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 education in Industrial Arts

Tools

Carpentry tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

Job description

2025-64 - Building Maintenance Worker (Full Time)

Status: New

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Details

Posting #: 2025-64 Title: Building Maintenance Worker (Full Time) Department: Recreation & Culture Duties: GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The incumbent in this class assists management to achieve an efficient operation within the buildings maintenance function of the Recreation and Culture Department through reliable performance of general tradespersons duties observing and complying with municipal policies and safety practices.

Nature And Scope Of Work

The incumbent will be a semi-skilled tradesperson, performing a variety of tasks varying in degree of complexity and involving several trades, including: (a) performing routine carpentry work; constructing, altering and repairing roofs, stairways, doors, cabinets, shelves, etc.; fit and changing locks; perform minor alterations to buildings, etc.; (b) perform minor electrical repairs; (c) perform plumbing duties; maintain and repair plumbing, sanitation and similar systems; clear blockages; fit tanks and valves in water systems. The incumbent will be required to perform other related tasks as assigned. Assignments and responsibilities are performed under general supervision in accordance with established routine and performance is subject to review, inspection and evaluation by the Manager of Civic Facilities.

Working Conditions

The incumbent in this class will work any five (5) consecutive days in a calendar week in accordance with published shift schedules and work overtime as authorized. Travel is required in the performance of duties. The incumbent must be of good health to work outdoors regardless of weather. The incumbent must wear safety equipment, as appropriate, and observe recognized safety practices in the performance of his duties. The incumbent, upon hiring, will have union dues deducted from source in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Education: - Must have a minimum of grade 12 education in Industrial Arts, with an emphasis on carpentry, elementary electricity and plumbing, OR have an acceptable combination of training and experience;

• Must be in possession of a valid B.C. Driver's Licence;
  
  

Skills: - Good working knowledge of the carpentry, electrical and plumbing trades;

• Good knowledge of the methods, procedures and practices used in carpentry, electrical and plumbing trades;
• Good knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the carpentry, electrical and plumbing trades and able to employ the same effectively;
• Able to exercise sound judgment and work with minimum supervision;
• Able to organize the tools, time and work effectively;
• Able to understand verbal and written instructions in English and complete a variety of forms, logs and reports;
• Able to recognize and rectify and/or report on actual and potential safety hazards;
• Ability to obtain and maintain, the required security clearance for the position;
• Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with department officials and other members of staff. Salary: $36.92 per hour (2025 rate) Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Closing: 2025-07-31 04:30 PM Posted: 2025-07-24
  
  

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