Maintenance Specialist

Kids & Company has been a leading provider of employer-sponsored child care, back-up care, and workforce solutions for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on creating safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environments where children, families, and educators can thrive.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Maintenance Specialist to support our child care centres across our BC locations. This role is ideal for a hands‑on, solutions‑focused professional who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and understands the importance of maintaining safe and compliant environments for children.

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance, repairs, and inspections across multiple child care centres
• Address day‑to‑day facility issues including plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, painting, flooring, and general repairs
• Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and compliant
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors as required
• Participate in centre openings, renovations, and upgrades
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests and completed work
• Ensure all work meets health, safety, and licensing standards
• Support urgent or after‑hours maintenance needs when required

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on maintenance or building operations experience
• Experience in commercial, institutional, or child care environments is an asset
• Strong working knowledge of general building systems and repairs
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot issues, and manage priorities across multiple locations
• Valid BC driver’s license
• Physically capable of performing maintenance duties (lifting, bending, ladder use, etc.)
• Strong communication
• Must have a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) or be willing to obtain one prior to employment, as required for working in licensed child care environments

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical / Dental / Vision exam) 100% covered by the company
• Positive work environment with encouraging team members and opportunities for career advancement
• 35% off our child care services and receive 20 days of FREE backup child care per year