We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Worker who will perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and groundskeeping duties to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the facility and equipment across our residential properties in the Burnaby area. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this role involves general building maintenance, minor electrical and plumbing repairs, equipment maintenance, painting, carpeting and grounds upkeep while maintaining a safe environment for tenants, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Performs general building maintenance and repairs, including furniture, walls, doors, floors, ceilings, windows, drywall, wood paneling, flooring, ceiling coverings, and glass. Constructs and installs items such as shelves, cupboards, and related fixtures.
Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures and components, including sinks, toilets, water supply lines, and waste lines.
Troubleshoots and repairs equipment and appliances such as kitchen appliances, and related mechanical or electrical equipment. Performs maintenance tasks including disassembly, cleaning, lubricating, replacing defective parts, soldering connections, and conducting operational testing.
Installs and repairs electrical components including timers, switches, receptacles, ballasts, and lighting fixtures. Performs safety inspections on electrical appliances and equipment to identify defects such as faulty wiring or improper grounding.
Performs painting, finishing, and surface maintenance work using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment. Removes and replaces flooring and wall coverings including tile, linoleum, and carpeting as required.
Inspects plumbing, mechanical, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems and equipment. Reports deficiencies, malfunctions, and repair requirements to the Facilities Manager.
Maintains accurate records of maintenance, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance activities in accordance with established procedures.
Moves and transports furniture, equipment, materials, and supplies as required.
Performs exterior and grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, pruning, weeding, watering, litter collection, leaf removal, and snow and ice clearing to maintain safe access to facility grounds and walkways.
Identifies and reports hazards, unsafe conditions, accidents, unusual occurrences, and faulty equipment or furnishings to the Facilities Manager in a timely manner.
Supports tenant safety by reporting observations related to unsafe tenant circumstances or environmental concerns to the appropriate housing staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, staff, contractors, and the public.
Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery related to the work performed.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of safe work practices and occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications
Grade 10 education supplemented by two (2) years of recent related maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
What We Offer
Additional Details
Our mission at Atira Women's Resource Society is twofold: to provide direct services to women and children fleeing violence, and to raise awareness of all forms of gendered violence through education and advocacy.
Since 1983, Atira has offered safe and supportive housing to women and children impacted by violence, as well as a range of services in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Burnaby, Surrey, White Rock, and Richmond.
These services include: long-term and transitional housing, shelter programs, housing outreach and homelessness prevention programs, outreach to senior women and First Nations, Metis and Inuit women affected by violence, support for parents and children who witness abuse, legal support, Stopping the Violence counseling, the 16-step program, and self-employment initiatives.
Our programs are accessible to anyone who identifies and lives full time as a woman and who experiences gendered violence and misogyny, including trans, two spirit and intersex women and or those who identify with a femme of centre non-binary gender.
Critical to the development of our programs and services, Atira's work is informed by the understanding that women's experience of violence often intersects with poverty, racism, substance use, and lack of support for mothering. We also recognize that in addition to providing safety and respect, all of our programs must invite and encourage women’s collaboration and that women must have the opportunity to be active participants in all of our services.
Every woman and child has the right to live without abuse. To learn more about Atira's philosophy, mission, and work in the Metro Vancouver Area, please visit www.atira.bc.ca
