Housing Technician

Metro Vancouver; Burnaby; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Metro Vancouver is seeking a Housing Technician for capital and technical maintenance to conduct building inspections and manage repair projects across multiple housing sites. This role requires extensive knowledge of building standards and aims to ensure quality maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.

Benefits

Deferred compensation

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus a Diploma in a relevant field.
• Minimum six years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of BC Building Code and construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building inspections and manage compliance.
• Prepare project scopes and cost estimates.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee project execution.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Diploma in Architectural & Building Engineering

Job description

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Department: Regional Planning & Housing Services

Employee Group: GVRDEU

Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby

Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $46.37 hourly plus 6.25% deferred compensation

This role receives an additional 6.25% deferred compensation on hours worked. The additional 6.25% can be taken as compensation or time off.

Metro Vancouver Housing operates 49 affordable housing sites across the lower mainland, housing 3400 families. The sites are primarily made up of town homes and low-rise apartment buildings. The team of Housing Technicians play a vital role in the capital maintenance and building component renewals.

Our Regional Planning & Housing Services Department is seeking a Housing Technician – Capital & Technical Maintenance who will be responsible for conducting building inspections, creating scopes of work, and managing and reviewing the work for compliance. The work primarily involves, but is not limited to: project management of capital repair and renewal projects such as targeted building envelope repairs, replacement/major repairs of electrical and mechanical (plumbing, boilers, heat pumps, etc) building systems (including fuel switching), elevator replacement/modernization, fire panel upgrades, etc. The work requires critical thinking and evaluation of the scope and agile management of the complete project cycle (initiation through to close out). Projects range in size, time and cost ($10K - $500K).

You are a team player who can work independently and has excellent critical thinking and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have specific training in building envelope principles, industry standards, regulatory requirements, construction contract administration and sound construction knowledge.

This role: (The duties described hereunder are intended to be representative of the position and are not to be considered all inclusive.)

• Support Housing staff, as required, in the execution of their responsibilities.
• Assure projects undertaken proceed according to specifications and drawings in a timely, cost effective and efficient manner.
• Perform field/site inspections of residential civil, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Provide recommendations for improvements resulting from inspections.
• Responsible to develop scopes of work, cost estimates, specifications, project coordination and field inspections for maintenance and smaller capital projects.
• Provide accurate field documentation and oversee the creation of “as constructed” drawings.
• Perform research of materials, equipment and construction related procedures.
• Develop and process permit applications.
• Assist in the development of standard drawings and specifications for commonly performed maintenance work.
• Prepare progress payments.
• Liaise with contractors and organizes scheduling priorities between Operations, Maintenance, and tenants.
• Supervise and train subordinates as required.
• Work in compliance with all MVHC safety policies, procedures and WorkSafeBC regulations.

To be successful, you have:

• Grade 12, plus graduation from an Institute of Technology Diploma program in Architectural & Building Engineering, Civil or Mechanical, with a minimum of six (6) years related work experience OR an equivalent combination of training and related work experience.
• Good knowledge and understanding of residential building and construction techniques and practices. Experience with one or more construction trades would be an asset.
• General understanding of the current BC Building Code with strong knowledge and an ability to accurately apply applicable portions of the current BC Building Code as it relates to wood frame residential multi family housing.
• Aptitude for diagnosing and proposing solutions for problems related to wood frame multifamily complexes, including building envelope, civil, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to assess the quality of work being carried out by contractors and to provide clear and firm direction to contractors.
• Knowledge of the Master Municipal Construction Documents and ability to develop structured and meaningful specifications for maintenance and smaller capital projects.
• Ability to efficiently manage a large volume of smaller projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to clearly, calmly and respectfully respond to issues and inquires from staff, contractors, tenants, the public, etc.
• Ability to maintain timely and clear written and digital records of field inspections.
• Initiative and ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance management software, maintenance tracking/reporting, project scheduling, spreadsheets, database and word processing software effectively.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge and interpretation of contract law.
• Sound knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Able to develop strong knowledge of MV corporate contracting, purchasing, and safety policies.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and train staff.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to undertake additional training relating to the duties of the position.
• Membership or eligibility for membership as a Technologist or Technician with the Association of Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C. is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License.

Our Vision:

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

Metro Vancouver employees proudly serve the region and demonstrate the behaviours and attributes of six leadership competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Building and Nurturing Relationships, Communication, Continuous Learning, and Strategic Thinking and Action.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact [e-mail] for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.

Please follow this link https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careers to our Careers page where you can submit your application by July 2, 2025.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Government Administration

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