Maintenance Assistant, Casual / Part-Time

PARC Retirement Living; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

PARC Retirement Living is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for their Cristalina PARC community in Kelowna. You will perform essential maintenance tasks, ensure safety and cleanliness, and respond to residents' requests. This role offers flexible hours and meaningful work in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Meaningful work

A true living wage

Refreshments while you work

Flexible hours and locations

Supportive team and training

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant experience in hotel or senior-living industries.
• WHMIS certification and Facility Management or Class 5 Power Engineering certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including cleaning, painting, and basic plumbing.
• Respond to residents’ maintenance requests promptly.
• Assist with suite preparation for turnover.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical work

Cleaning

Painting

Carpentry

Mechanical maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Casual/Part-Time (20-30 hrs) | Shift: 8am - 4pm | Unbenefited | Living Wage Rate: $25.77 - $27.44

Are you a maintenance professional seeking meaningful work?

PARC Retirement Living is an award-winning developer and operator of independent senior-living communities. We are seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our Cristalina PARC community in Kelowna.

Welcome to Cristalina PARC

PARC communities are inspiring spaces where residents live comfortably and engage with a vibrant community. Located in Pandosy Village, Cristalina PARC is in full bloom, just one block from Lake Okanagan, with 133 suites. This modern, sustainably designed nine-storey building is dedicated to independent living, offering amenities like fine dining, lounge areas, fitness activities, arts, culture, and gardening, with beautiful lake views.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for a variety of maintenance activities and handyman services, including:

• Performing maintenance tasks such as cleaning, painting, plastering, snow removal, minor repairs, basic plumbing and electrical work within established timeframes.
• Ensuring the overall safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Responding to residents’ maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Assisting with suite preparation for turnover, including carpet cleaning, painting, furniture moving, and other tasks.
• Supporting the Building Services Manager, including responding to emergency situations.

The perks of PARC Hospitality

• Meaningful work. Make a positive difference in seniors’ lives daily.
• A true living wage. PARC is a Living Wage Certified Employer!
• Refreshments while you work. Subsidized daily meals and beverages from our chef-prepared cuisine.
• Flexible hours and locations. We offer scheduled shifts across five locations in the Lower Mainland.
• Supportive team and training. Opportunities for advancement and skill development.

Are you the right fit?

• You are a pleasant, upbeat professional who brings positive energy.
• You have a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant experience in hotel or senior-living industries.
• You have completed WHMIS and hold a Facility Management or Class 5 Power Engineering certification; Building Services Worker Program is a plus.
• You have experience in plumbing, electrical, heating, painting, carpentry, janitorial work, and mechanical maintenance.
• You understand physical plant operations and troubleshooting major systems.
• You are a critical thinker, responsive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• You respect the needs of seniors, their families, and professional service providers.

Note: PARC Retirement Living requires a Criminal Record Check and a TB test within the first month of employment.