Maintenance Assistant

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services‑led, tailored facility management solution. We self‑perform hard services while partnering with best‑in‑class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best‑in‑Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

As a CBRE Maintenance Assistant, you’ll perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair to various structures throughout a designated commercial facility. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

• Perform light duties: sweeping, general cleaning, painting/patching, garbage removal, snow removal, etc.
• Complete basic preventive/demand maintenance tasks; input histories if required
• Complete general maintenance of door/window hardware
• Re‑lamp as required
• Maintain signage
• Complete filter changes
• Inspect/repair interior/exterior elements such as walls, sidewalks, etc.
• Maintain/repair concrete precast/cement
• Inspect roof for debris; report damage
• Repair drywall/tiles (floor and wall)
• Perform water treatment, maintenance/repair on pipes and plumbing valves
• Remove existing floor coverings, clean, and level the surface
• Take measurements and mark the surface to be covered
• Use tools like tile scribes, wet saws, and handheld tile cutters
• Set the tiles in position and apply pressure to affix them to the base
• Ensure the tiles are cut and installed to precise specifications and meet quality standards
• Apply tiling grout
• Clean excess grout and conduct post‑installation inspections
• Monitor work of contractors/external service providers to ensure adherence to contract specifics and company/industry standards
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable codes
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Previous tile setting experience – 1 year
• Previous handyperson experience is an asset
• Ability to operate hand and machine cutting tools
• Knowledge of tiling designs and installation techniques
• Excellent customer service skills in responding to client requests professionally
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written)
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real‑estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on shared values—respect, integrity, service and excellence—and we value diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential.

We welcome all applicants.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate’s unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

The salary range for the Maintenance Assistant position is $25 per hour to $26.45 per hour. The compensation that is provided to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include Group Retirement Program;
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage;
Life Insurance and more.

CBRE is an equal‑opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family…