Maintenance Person

Richmond, BC, Canada

Job Description


Overview

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a self-motivated Maintenance Person to join our dynamic Real Property and Workplace Services Maintenance team. This position performs technical, building service, and maintenance work which may vary according to facility activities and operational requirements. In this role, you\xe2\x80\x99ll use your physical abilities to install and disassemble furniture systems, move, and position furniture and office equipment, operate manual and power operated tools, and provide assistance to the maintenance tradesperson as required. If you enjoy working with your hands in a physical role, and providing a variety of installation and repair services, consider joining us in this permanent role at the Richmond office.

How you\xe2\x80\x99ll make a difference: As a Maintenance Person at WorkSafeBC, you\xe2\x80\x99ll help create a sustainable workplace that allows people to thrive.

Where you\xe2\x80\x99ll work

In this role you will be working full-time onsite at our Richmond, British Columbia office.

What you\'ll do

As a maintenance person you will:

  • Perform tasks relating to the repair, maintenance or operation of Board facilities and Area Offices
  • Assemble, install, and disassemble modular furniture systems
  • Ensure any hazardous materials are handled with due care
  • Shred and ensures disposal of confidential materials
  • Provide assistance to the Maintenance tradesperson regarding the repair or renovation of physical structures
  • Patching and painting
  • Assist with carpentry and millwork as required
  • Operate a variety of manual and power operated tools appropriate to the assigned task and ensure that equipment is maintained properly and in good working order
  • Performs a variety of duties related to the repair and maintenance of Area Offices
  • Occasionally transports supplies and materials using a variety of different sized vehicles
  • Responds to emergencies and fire alarms according to procedures
  • Acts as a resource to contractors and other individuals by providing work direction and ensuring job site problems are solved together
  • Performs inventory and warehouse duties
Is this a good fit for you?

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who can:
  • Perform physical repair and maintenance work
  • Install and assemble equipment
  • Communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Prioritize, schedule, and monitor a workload independently and within a team, to meet desired objectives using established procedures in a safe and timely manner
  • Evaluate and analyze a variety of technical information, problems, and client needs and take timely, appropriate action to ensure a safe, comfortable environment
  • Work overtime on an as-needed basis
  • Occasionally travel to province-wide area offices to perform work
  • Maintain professionalism especially when interacting with staff, clients, vendors and contractors
  • A team player who is committed to working in a quality and fast paced environment
  • Assist tradespeople with construction and renovation projects
Your background and experience
  • Completion of Grade 12
  • This position requires the incumbent to operate a vehicle (Class 5)
Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:
  • Confirm you\xe2\x80\x99re legally entitled to work in Canada
WorkSafeBC\xe2\x80\x99s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy\xe2\x80\x9d) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We\xe2\x80\x99re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What\xe2\x80\x99s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It\xe2\x80\x99s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work \xe2\x80\x94 and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
  • Health care and dental benefits
  • Optional leave arrangements
  • Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Learn more: Find out .

Want to apply?
  • Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
  • Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
  • We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email
when you submit your application.

WorkSafeBC

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2229923
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    $27.26 per hour
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Richmond, BC, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned