FT - Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator - Vancouver

Connective; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NE

Job summary

Connective is seeking a Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator in Vancouver to maintain a safe, clean environment and coordinate maintenance with external contractors. You will manage schedules, monitor supplies, and support residents and staff in daily operations.

The role requires Grade 12 education and related maintenance experience, plus strong communication and organizational skills to balance multiple tasks while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and/ or 2 years of related work experience.
• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training (an asset).
• Experience in carpentry, painting, mechanical or plumbing maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building maintenance: repairs within scope, safety standards, and basic grounds upkeep.
• Coordinate repairs with external contractors and monitor quality and timeliness.
• Maintain up-to-date maintenance schedules, budgets, and asset records.
• Assist with invoices and payments to external contractors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Education

Grade 12 education

Building Service Worker certificate or vocational training (asset)

Job description

FT - Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator - Vancouver

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 2:00 AM | Expires Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 1:59 AM

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator will assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in and around the property or properties within their region. This may include performing a variety of interior and exterior maintenance duties. They will coordinate work outside their scope with external contractors to best support our service users and staff.

STATUS

Exempt.

HOURS

• Tuesday to Saturday: 1100 - 1900

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As a Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

Building Maintenance

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in completing necessary repairs that are within their scope.
• Ensure safety standards are established and maintained for the building and preventative maintenance tasks are performed.
• Depending on the program, may maintain lawns and yards as per guidelines and performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks.
• Monitors and orders maintenance supplies.
• Assists with and/or conducts inspections of resident spaces.
• Supports residents with coordinating dehoarding and clutter reduction within resident spaces.

Building Maintenance Coordination

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in coordinating repairs that are out of their scope to external contractors.
• Liaises with contractors to ensure the quality and timeliness of the repairs.
• Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the planned or emergency maintenance issues.
• Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties.

Administration

• Maintains an up-to-date list and schedule of all planned and unplanned maintenance, as well as repairs for our assets.
• Assists the Maintenance and Asset Manager in the development of annual repair schedules, budgets, and capital plans as requested.
• Research options and make recommendations related to property, appliances, furniture, and service providers.
• Approves invoices and coordinates payment for external contractors related to the work completed within their region.
• Follows all relevant Connective policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs other tasks as necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Function independently with the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager.
• Demonstrate a level of physical fitness and emotional resilience to effectively carry out the required duties of the program and to meet the operational needs of the residence.
• Often exposed to working conditions including chemicals such as paint, stains, cleaning agents, and glue when performing basic painting, plumbing, and carpentry work; requires specific safety precautions to mitigate the risk of injury.
• Is available to work flexible hours which may include evenings/weekends as determined by program needs and schedules.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Grade 12 level education and/ 2 year of related work experience.
• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training (an asset)
• Experience in performing carpentry, painting, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance, and repairs.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining a collaborative and positive relationship with residents and other staff.
• Ability to manage time efficiently, with a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with contractors.
• Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, and written).

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Children and Vulnerable Persons Criminal Record Check.
• Ability to successfully pass a reference check.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• Personal vehicle to be used for work purposes (preferred)

Annual Salary will start at $49,400 up to $61,800 based on experience and qualifications. This role will also be eligible for Connective's comprehensive Benefits Package.

Important: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Committed Living Wage Employer
• 2022, 2023 and 2025 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award from NEOC
• 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from Supporting Lines
• Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
• Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
• Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

INCLUSION

At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.

For more information on Connective’s services and locations, visit our website at https://connective.ca/