Maintenance Technician II

Company: Lookout Housing and Health Society

Permanent Full time

We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit

Reporting to the Manager of People and Culture, the Administrative Assistant offers senior level administrative support to Directors and Managers. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with a 40 hour work week. This position is exempt from the Union.

$25.14 per hour

Key duties and responsibilities include performing a variety of tasks, which are necessary for the maintenance of Lookout building facilities alongside the Property Manager and site Management. Includes training and supporting of maintenance personnel to meet the operational and administrative requirements of the Society. Is also responsible for supporting commercial tenancies and outside contractors by addressing issues that may arise with respect to operational needs.

The Maintenance Technician submits expenditures for approval, and provides required financial documentation. The Maintenance Technician ensures that through facility management, the goals and philosophy of the Society and programs are met. Will maintain and report out on statistics and services, ensuring all regulations including health and safety are met. The Maintenance Technician will liaise with outside contractors and suppliers, architects, Society partners, and other service agencies and professionals, as required.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program. Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted.

• Leadership
  • 1. Oversees facility maintenance responsibilities of the Society alongside Property Manager and site Management.
  • 2. Conducts regular on-site visits to all buildings to inspect to ensure high standards are maintained.
  • 3. Coaches and mentors site maintenance workers on best practices for facility maintenance.
  • 4. Informs Society-wide policies and procedures related to facility maintenance.
  • 5. Collects and deposits site facilities cash including from coin-operated appliances.
• Facility Maintenance
  • 1. Performs repairs and maintenance related to buildings, units, grounds and equipment including but not limited to:
  • Unit turnovers
  • Drywall
  • Painting
  • Transports equipment, furniture, supplies
  • Collect and dispose waste/recycling
  • Locks/doors
  • Minor electrical – light switch changes, light fixture replacement
  • Minor plumbing – replace faucets, sinks, toilets, etc.
  • 2. Inspects buildings and units to maintain order and appearance including: washing, carpet cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, general cleaning, as required
  • 3. Monitors laundry and elevator equipment
  • 4. Ensures building and equipment meet all safety, security, and fire regulations and policies
  • 5. Will conduct regular bi-weekly on-site visits to all buildings to inspect to ensure high standards are maintained.
  • 6. Assists the Property Manager to develop and maintain a capital budget and reports pressures and changes on an ongoing basis to the Property Manager.
  • 7. Follows Lookout’s purchase control system, receives and reviews quotes/estimates, and submits them for approval to Property Manager.
  • 8. Maintains good standard of care and welcoming environment for Lookout sites; meets regulations and ensures, under direction of the Property Manager, that building/site maintenance meets Health and Safety Standards and Regulations, licensing requirements, operating agreements such as with CMHC, BCHMC and government acts including WHMIS and Food Safe. Manages deficiencies.
  • 9. Maintains quality care of landscaping and building exteriors for curb appeal such as washing sidewalks, walls and windows, collecting litter and picking up leaves.
  • 10. Investigates complaints and accepts suggestions concerning the operation of the…