Maintenance Technician

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Competition: 26-041

Reports to: Manager of Maintenance

Union: BCGEU

Compensation: $30.27-$32.60/hour

Schedule: 7:30am - 6:00pm, Monday to Thursday (80 hours bi-weekly)

Status: Full time, Regular

Posting Closing Date: July 17, 2026at 4pm

Organizational Focus:

Pacifica Housing has been providing safe and affordable homes for almost 35 years. We are a rapidly growing organization dedicated to meeting the housing and support needs of our community. As such, we are committed to building our fast-growing team with a culture that supports our people and reinforces our core values of authenticity, leadership, respect, and social justice.

Pacifica is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer by The Living Wage for Families Campaign.

Primary Objectives:

The Maintenance Technician is primarily accountable for fulfilling maintenance work orders according to a prescribed schedule and to meet quality standards established by Property Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a member of the Maintenance Team performs a variety of maintenance functions according to maintenance work orders and following an established schedule, including:
• Carrying out repairs and other maintenance activities as required such as plumbing, appliance, drywall, painting and minor electrical repairs;
• Residential installation and assembly including: doors, blinds, etc.;
• Posting a variety of notices as instructed by the Property Services Coordinator or by the Assistant Maintenance Manager, such as Notice To End Tenancy and Notices To Enter, in compliance with the Residential Tenancy Act;
• Cleaning and repairing units upon turnover and according to the Society’s specifications;
• Immediately reporting safety or accident/injury incidents to the Assistant Maintenance Manager or to the Property Services Coordinator;
• Completing required paperwork such as maintenance work orders and mileage claims and submitting to the Assistant Maintenance Manager;
• Maintaining cordial and cooperative relationships with Supportive Housing staff and with the tenants of Pacifica Housing;
• Work independently to meet deadlines and complete assignments as arranged; and
• Report to the Assistant Maintenance Manager regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

Qualifications (minimum Education and Experience requirements)

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Education:

• High school graduation
• Must hold a Basic First Aid Certificate

Experience:

• Experience as a Maintenance Technician or other similar position, preferably in a non-profit housing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in a building maintenance role.

• Experience using hand and electrical tools.
• Preferred 2 years’ experience doing suite renovations/ building maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to demonstrate skills in residential building maintenance including carpentry, plumbing and electrical is required.

• General proficiency using a mobile phone to e-mail, text, call and manage calendar appointments.
• Must have trade skills including painting, drywall patching and installation, door hardware repairs, and flooring and carpentry repairs.

Additional Criteria for Role:

• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check is required before employment commences.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2 million liability ‘business class’ insurance.

• Must be available to be on the on call roster, as well as on off hours, for emergency call outs.
• Must hold a Basic First Aid Certificate.

As Pacifica Housing works with vulnerable populations, We require all staff to successfully clear a Vulnerable Sectors Criminal Record Check run by the Ministry of Justice. Any offer of employment is contingent on the applicant providing proof of criminal record check prior to commencing employment.

Please note:
While this position is posted externally concurrently, members within the collective bargaining unit will receive first consideration in the appointment.

Benefits

• A mission driven and meaningful working environment.
• Competitive salary from a…