Career Contacts is a fractional human resources and recruitment consulting firm, supporting companies throughout Canada and the US.
We provide support with permanent placements, temporary staffing, executive searches, HR consulting, and payroll management. We manage all phases of sourcing, screening, selection, and onboarding and retaining.
Career Contacts is recruiting on behalf of a leading property management company looking for a Junior Maintenance Technician to join their growing team. This is a hands-on role that’s perfect for someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and contributing to the upkeep and improvement of residential communities. The Junior Maintenance Technician will report to the Maintenance Manager and/or the Site Superintendent. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in dynamic work environments.
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 8 hours per day
Pay: $55,000 to $65,000 per year (based on experience)
Locations: Downtown Vancouver, New Westminster, Surrey (travel required between sites)
What They Offer:
- Paid vacation
- Benefits (including a $2,500 annual wellness allowance to support overall health and well-being)
- Inclusive, supportive, and pet-friendly workplace
- Opportunities to learn and grow your skills in property maintenance
What You'll Be Responsible For:
- Perform scheduled maintenance tasks and coordinate with external service providers to support overall building upkeep
- Complete assigned work orders and execute routine preventative maintenance
- Carry out general repairs and minor renovations to maintain or upgrade residential units
- Diagnose equipment issues and perform necessary repairs
- Conduct routine building inspections and address urgent or corrective maintenance needs
- Move equipment and machinery using tools such as hoists, dollies, rollers, and pallet jacks
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and support additional duties as required
- Keep work areas clean by removing debris and properly separating recyclables and materials
- Prepare job sites and set up work zones for trades in advance
- Perform hands-on site tasks such as grading, painting, basic carpentry, drywall repairs, demolition, cement/rebar work, and deficiency fixes
- Maintain tools and equipment; notify supervisor when repairs or replacements are needed
- Support the site team with general labour and carpentry tasks
- Receive, unload, and organize deliveries
- Operate mobile equipment as trained and authorized
- Document all maintenance and construction activities in the appropriate management systems
- Communicate with management regarding technical concerns, quality issues, or operational challenges
- Immediately report any injuries, incidents, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor or site HSE coordinator
- Follow all applicable safety regulations, procedures, and technical standards
- Identify potential hazards or unsafe situations and take appropriate action when immediate risks arise
What You Bring:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in maintenance or construction work
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and completing standard maintenance tasks
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision and as a part of a team
- Physically capable of performing duties, including lifting up to 55 lbs and standing for long periods
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required (properties are located across Vancouver, New Westminster, and Surrey)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required
- Basic carpentry skills are preferred
- Must pass a criminal record check, and be able to provide a driver's abstract
Application ProcessPlease submit your resume in Word format and tell us why you're a great fit for this role.Career Contacts is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.We look forward to hearing from you!
Your privacy and confidentiality are of utmost important to us; all applications to Career Contacts are kept confidential. We will not share your personal or professional information with anyone without your prior expressed approval. While we will only be considering qualified applicants for this position, we encourage you to visit our Job Board at www.careercontacts.ca for opportunities that fit your profile.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have the ability to lift up to 55 lbs. and stand for long periods of time?
Experience:
- maintenance or construction work: 1 year (required)
- using hand and power tools: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 drivers license (required)
Work Location: In person
