Building Services and Maintenance Worker - Vancouver, Canada - South Vancouver Neighbourhood House (SVNH)

South Vancouver Neighbourhood House (SVNH)

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Vancouver, Canada

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SOUTH VANCOUVER NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE
**Welcome Bienvenue Chào mừng Qúi Vị ਜਆਇਆ ਨੂ Bienvenidos 환영합니다

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Bu i ld ing Be t te r Ne ighbourhoods Toge the r S ince 1977

Supported by***
UNITED WAY

Building Services and Maintenance Worker
(Internal/External)

Posting Period: August 3 to August 23, 2023 _
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House (SVNH) is located on the unceded, occupied, ancestral and traditional _

- homelands of the xwməθkwəyəm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səlílw ətaʔ/Selilwitulh _
- (TsleilWaututh) Nations. We recognize the vast cultural diversity of Indigenous people and acknowledge the _
- heterogeneity of their opinions, representation, needs and desires. We dedicate ourselves to walking in solidarity _
- beside our Coast Salish neighbors and South Vancouver community members as we work collectively towards _
- community building. _

Working collaboratively and under the general direction of the Operations Director, the Building Services and
Maintenance Worker is responsible for overseeing building and equipment maintenance and services at SVNH
- operated facilities, including life and safety systems, electrical, mechanical, water, sewer, plumbing, carpentry,
garbage/recycling, janitorial, painting, landscaping/grounds, equipment, furniture, and vehicles.
In addition, the
Building Services and Maintenance Worker is responsible for implementing a comprehensive preventative
maintenance program, which includes budgeting, planning, monitoring, coordinating, and performing weekly,
monthly, and seasonal tasks.**
Responsibilities:

Repair and maintain buildings and associated structures, equipment, landscaping, and grounds.
Respond to urgent maintenance calls.
Establish standards, practices and procedures for annual and longterm maintenance to ensure full

- compliance with regulations and codes. Coordinate building and equipment maintenance schedules.

In collaboration with Operations Director, establish, develop, and maintain system to keep records of

- maintenance contracts, schedules, expenditures, warrantees, and vendor contacts.

Assess facility needs and evaluate performance of building systems; oversee the acquisition, installation

- and operation of these systems and various construction projects at SVNH facilities.

Provide guidance to maintenance contractors, staff, volunteers in interpreting relevant policies and

- procedures

Manage equipment and supply needs, including furniture, kitchen appliances, office equipment, and

- vehicles.

Liaise with vendors and suppliers on behalf of SVNH management, including contracted cleaning crews,

- maintenance workers, etc.

Ensure MSDS are maintained and accessible in full compliance with WCB requirements; Provide training to

- staff on WHMIS

Prepare for emergencies by maintaining building evacuation and other action plans.
Perform regular building safety and security inspections and promote safety within the SVNHoperated

- facilities.

Participate as an employer representative on the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee

Document processes and keep records.
In collaboration with Operations Director, establish budget and make recommendations for annual and

- ongoing maintenance of the facilities. Monitor maintenance budget spending.

Report to the Operations Director on a regular basis.
Other facilities coordination and maintenance duties as required.

Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years of experience in facilities maintenance or related field
Extensive experience in building and equipment maintenance
Advanced knowledge of maintenance planning and schedules
Ability to respond to building and equipment emergencies
Indepth knowledge of building safety regulations and security protocols
WHMIS Certification
Class 5 Driver's License
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent organizational and communication skills

Compensation:
$30.93 to $32.56 per hour for 35 hours/week, plus benefits (paid sick and vacation leave, extended
health and dental, pension, and professional development).

To Apply:

11:59pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

Please send your cover letter and resume in confidence to:

Paul Riley, Director of Operations
6470 Victoria Drive
Vancouver, BC, V5P 3X7

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover letter where you found this posting.

The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of BC is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on
position.