Maintenance Person 1

North Vancouver, BC, CA, Canada

Job Description

Job Status

Regular Part-Time


About Us


At North Vancouver District Public Library, we inspire learning, discovery, creativity and collaboration in our community. Serving almost 90,000 residents at three full-service locations, one Express Library, and one library kiosk throughout the beautiful District of North Vancouver, we are proud to provide free and equitable access to welcoming spaces, diverse collections and digital resources, a wide range of technology and computers, including StoryLab, and so much more. Proudly late fine free, our libraries are the destination for our growing community to connect, share, and inspire.


Position Overview


NVDPL is looking for a regular part-time Maintenance Person 1, to perform regular building/building systems maintenance and minor repairs, cleaning, janitorial, driving and delivery related functions.

What we can offer you



At NVDPL, we believe in building community and relationships, nurturing innovation while honouring tradition, embracing exploration, creativity, and fun, and supporting human potential and enabling excellence.

Reporting to the Business Manager and working as a fully contributing member of the Library Staff, the Maintenance Person 1 position is part of the Library Building Maintenance Team supervised by the Building Services and Delivery Supervisor. This particular Maintenance Person 1 position is centered at Lynn Valley Library and serves all NVDPL Library Branches.

What you'll be doing



Aspects of the role will include:

Supports safe functioning of building systems and welcoming appearance of Library branches Sweeps, washes, waxes, and polishes floors, and vacuums carpets Dusts and cleans windows, doors, shelves, walls, fixtures, and ceilings etc. Cleans and maintains washrooms and kitchen areas, and orders supplies Cleans and sweeps outdoor steps and sidewalks, and clears snow and ice as required Collects and disposes of refuse and supports recycling Performs minor maintenance, repair tasks, and painting tasks as required Dismantles and assembles shelves, desks and other furniture as required Changes fluorescent tubes and light bulbs as required Monitors and adjusts heating, hot water ventilation and air conditioning units; troubleshoots minor issues; coordinates system inspections and repairs Assists with building security and fire safety checks; troubleshoots system alerts; coordinates system inspections and repairs; advises superiors of security matters and calls police and District bylaw officers as instructed, following vandalism Drives library van and car to transport books and materials between Library branches on a regular delivery schedule Sets up tables and chairs and moves furniture in support of programs and events Acts as a back up to attend building emergencies during off-hours as required





What you'll need to succeed


Grade 12 High School Diploma 2-5 years experience providing maintenance or janitorial services Sound knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in janitorial work Sound knowledge of and ability to perform routine facility maintenance and minor repair procedures Sound knowledge of principles of operating heating, hot water, ventilation and air conditioning units Valid BC Driver's Licence WHIMIS Certificate from WCB Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check Dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service Problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented approach Maintains a clean driving record Skilled in clear and professional oral and written communication Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) Ability to work alone and under supervision Ability to lift up to 20 lbs

It's great if you have


Certification related to building services and/or janitorial maintenance Experience with Direct Digital Control (DDC) for building systems Experience driving and making deliveries for an organization Experience driving a full-size commercial cargo van Knowledge of vehicle maintenance

The hourly pay rate for this unionized position starts at $27.30 (2024 rates), based on a 22.5-hour workweek, plus a generous benefits package. The regular schedule for this position is to be determined; however, the role requires availability 7 days a week with on-call responsibilities in the event of emergencies.

North Vancouver District Public Library is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, barrier-free work environment. If you have a passion for connecting community, sharing knowledge, and inspiring stories, and you are interested in joining our dynamic team, then we'd like to hear from you!

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online only with your cover letter and resume at

https://careers.dnv.org

by October 7, 2025, to be considered for this competition.


We thank you for your interest in employment with the North Vancouver District Public Library and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
Our libraries are located on the traditional territories of the S?wx?wu7mesh (Squamish) and s?l?ilw?ta??/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations. Their ancestors have lived here for countless generations. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect community, share knowledge and inspire stories on unceded Coast Salish Territory.


Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this unionized position starts at $27.30 (2024 rates), based on a 22.5-hour workweek, plus a generous benefits package.


Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

JP#25-13L


Job Open Date

09/22/2025


Job Close Date

10/07/2025


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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2806179
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    North Vancouver, BC, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned