Facilities Maintenance Technician: Building Systems & Safety

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Gym Membership

Y@Home access

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Childcare discounts

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is hiring Building Operations Staff at Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA in Chilliwack for a 35-hour week on a temporary full-time basis. You will perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure safe, clean and functional facilities for all members.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and lighting; responding to issues; keeping records; and supporting after-hours needs.

Qualifications

• Pool Operators certification and experience required.
• Trade certification or building maintenance experience (3+ years).
• WHMIS Training.
• Basic HV/AC knowledge and basic plumbing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections of building systems and preventive maintenance for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and related infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to maintenance and repair requests to minimize operational disruptions and ensure occupant comfort.
• Troubleshoot and carry out repairs efficiently, escalating issues when specialized support or contractors are required.
• Maintain all maintenance tools and equipment in safe, working condition, ensuring proper use and storage at all times.
• Follow all health, safety, and building code requirements, reporting hazards or violations and taking corrective action as needed.
• Complete general facility upkeep tasks such as painting, basic carpentry, changing light fixtures, and replacing filters.
• Keep accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and schedules.
• Support emergency and after-hours maintenance needs, including on-call response when required.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of first aid and emergency procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of building facility safety in accordance with all safety regulations.

Skills

Pool Operators certification

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Mechanical inclination

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is hiring Building Operations Staff at Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA in Chilliwack for a 35-hour week on a temporary full-time basis. You will perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure safe, clean and functional facilities for all members.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and lighting; responding to issues; keeping records; and supporting after-hours needs.