Maintenance Technician

Pacific Cove Properties; Surrey; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Cove Properties is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Cloverdale Apartments in Cloverdale, BC. This full-time, on-site role maintains property safety, functionality, and tenant comfort.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in residential or facilities maintenance, strong repair skills, and a valid driver’s license. You will work with a team to handle routine tasks, safety compliance, and resident interactions, ensuring high service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of residential, facilities, or general building maintenance experience.
• Training in building maintenance, trades or workplace safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Paint and patch drywall in suites and common areas.
• Replace lighting, clean fixtures, and move furniture as needed.
• Support grounds, common areas, and parking facilities maintenance.
• Assist with loading and unloading supplies and errands.
• Respond to maintenance concerns and urgent situations, escalating as needed.
• Perform light janitorial duties following safety rules.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Painting & drywall repair

Organization & prioritization

Resident communication

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

2+ years maintenance experience

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

Job status: Full-Time, Permanent

Pacific Cove Properties is a BC-owned and operated property management and development company providing rental accommodation to almost 3000 families and individuals in communities throughout British Columbia, including Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Primary Location: Cloverdale, BC

Job status: Full-Time, Permanent

Pacific Cove Properties is a BC-owned and operated property management and development company providing rental accommodation to almost 3000 families and individuals in communities throughout British Columbia, including Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan.

Job Overview

This position is based at Cloverdale Apartments, an established rental community located in Cloverdale, BC. Learn more at: https://www.pacificcoveproperties.com/apartments/cloverdale-apartments

The Maintenance Technician plays an important role in keeping the property safe, functional, and well-maintained. This hands‑on position completes routine building maintenance, minor repairs and cosmetic updates throughout the property and its residential suites. Success in this role means demonstrating practical repair skills, reliable follow‑through and respectful communication with residents and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete routine building maintenance and minor repairs under the direction of the property management team.
• Perform painting, drywall patching and other cosmetic repairs in residential suites and common areas.
• Replace light bulbs and lamps, clean fixtures, and assemble or move furniture as required.
• Support the upkeep of building grounds, common areas and parking facilities, identifying and reporting maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving supplies, equipment and materials, including completing property-related errands.
• Respond to resident maintenance concerns and urgent situations within the scope of the role, escalating technical repairs when required.
• Perform light janitorial and other property-related duties as needed while following all applicable safety requirements and company procedures.

Required Skillsets

• Practical knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials and supplies commonly used in building maintenance.
• Experience completing painting, drywall patching and general minor repairs.
• Ability to organize assigned work, manage priorities and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a respectful, resident-focused approach.
• Ability to safely perform physical duties, including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing ladders and remaining on your feet for extended periods.
• Valid driver's licence, clean driving record and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience in residential, facilities or general building maintenance, or comparable hands‑on repair experience.
• Relevant building maintenance, trades or workplace safety training will be considered an asset.

Salary: $25 - $35 per hour