Residential Maintenance Technician; Live-In

Residential Maintenance Technician (Live-In)

New Westminster, BC, Canada •

Coquitlam, BC, Canada

Posted Friday, June 19, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Residential Maintenance Technician (Live-In)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Wesgroup started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. Wesgroup owns and manages over 4.4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and has built almost 10,000 homes in communities across BC.

With the active projects in our development pipeline, the portfolio is forecasted to grow to 6.7 million square feet by the end of 2031.

Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, development, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is seeking a Live-In Residential Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and preventative upkeep of a 71-unit residential rental building. This role also provides maintenance support across nearby properties within the Wesgroup portfolio.

Working closely with the Resident Building Manager and Janitorial staff, the Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring the property and its amenities are well maintained, safe, and operating efficiently.

A live-in suite is provided and must be occupied at the start of employment.

In addition to responsibilities at the primary site, this role provides relief coverage and maintenance support across the portfolio, including on-call coverage to respond to after-hours emergencies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform general repairs, maintenance, and preventative maintenance for building systems and equipment
• Complete minor repairs including plumbing fixes, lighting replacements, battery changes, dispenser installation, and general upkeep
• Maintain building systems including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, structural, and elevating devices
• Respond to maintenance service requests and complete work orders in order of priority, providing updates as required

Preventative Maintenance & Inspections

• Conduct routine building inspections to ensure systems are operating safely and efficiently
• Complete routine preventative maintenance checklists and maintain accurate documentation in line with the Preventative Maintenance Program
• Assist with building condition and environmental assessments and prepare reports as needed

Suite Turnovers & Resident Support

• Assist with suite turnovers, including repairs, patching, painting, and preparation between tenancies
• Support the Resident Building Manager with move-in and move-out inspections and related maintenance tasks
• Deliver professional, timely, and customer-focused service to residents

Building Operations & Systems Monitoring

• Operate and monitor key building systems including Building Automation Systems, Fire & Life Safety Systems, and emergency generators
• Ensure all systems operate in compliance with safety regulations and operational standards
• Recommend maintenance improvements and capital upgrades to enhance performance and energy efficiency
• Coordinate and oversee contractors on-site to ensure work meets service agreements and quality standards
• Liaise effectively with external service providers and internal stakeholders

Grounds & Property Upkeep

• Maintain cleanliness and overall appearance of the property
• Perform tasks such as power washing, landscaping support, debris removal, and garbage collection as required

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all work complies with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and Wesgroup’s Corporate Safety Program
• Respond effectively to building emergencies during regular working hours and while on-call
• Provide maintenance support and relief coverage at other Wesgroup properties
• Provide on-call coverage, responding to after-hours emergencies:
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