Maintenance I

BC Housing; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Housing is seeking a Maintenance I technician to perform various maintenance and repair duties across Vancouver Island. The role includes troubleshooting electrical issues, plumbing repairs, and general carpentry tasks. Join a leading organization committed to providing safe and affordable housing while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

In-house training

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Livegreen incentives

Active Social Club

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and performs electrical repairs and maintenance.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures and performs general carpentry.
• Responds to emergencies and performs minor repairs.

Skills

Electrical Repairs

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC Maintenance

Conflict Resolution

Tools

Tools Inventory

Job description

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work / life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages, and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum, ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work, competitive compensation, and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a paycheck. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition, and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives such as an employee transit pass program and other initiatives that encourage sustainable transportation (including a bike purchase program).
• An active Social Club that organizes seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.
• Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status.

Position: Maintenance I

Hourly Rate: $30.76

Job Duties and Tasks:

1. Performs maintenance and repair duties:

• Troubleshoots and performs electrical repairs and maintenance such as repairing/replacing damaged wires, receptacles, ballasts, switches, fans, electrical fixtures, baseboard heaters, thermostats, changing breakers, smoke alarms, and thermocouples, as qualified.
• Repairs/replaces plumbing fixtures and hardware including toilets, sinks, and basins, water lines (under two inches in diameter), caulking, and sanitary and storm piping.
• Performs general carpentry repairs and maintenance such as replacing countertops, cupboards, wall tiles, replacing sheet vinyl, installing doors, replacing locks on doors and windows, repairing railings, gyproc, painting (except on move-out), rollers on sliding doors and windows, weather stripping, trim, repairing and adjusting door closers, and repairing hand and balcony rails.
• Performs exterior repairs and maintenance such as cleaning gutters, debris from roofs, minor roof repairs, replacing shingles, flashing repairs, emergency patching and caulking, snaking drains with power augers, and repairing and constructing fences, gates, and concrete sidewalks, patios, and ramps.
• Maintains own inventory of tools as listed in Appendix B, Part I, and assists in maintaining inventory of equipment and materials.
• Operates employer’s vehicle including trailers to load, unload, and deliver materials, tools, and equipment and/or employer’s assets.
• Performs routine repairs and maintenance to appliances and equipment.
• Performs routine repairs and maintenance to HVAC equipment.
• Redirects contractors where minor deficiencies in work performance are noted and reports major deviations in contract performance.
• Performs work adhering to safety procedures/practices when dealing with hazards.
• Uses tact and diplomacy, referring tenants to other staff when appropriate, and exercising interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills when dealing with residents.

Other related duties:

• Responds to emergencies, including non-maintenance calls when the Building Manager is not on-site, and makes emergency repairs or calls emergency services (police, fire, mental health).
• Performs minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry maintenance and emergency repair duties such as changing fuses, resetting thermostats, snaking drains, and replacing hardware.
• Performs other related maintenance duties as required in the Building Manager job description.

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Maintenance • LOCATION: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C