Maintenance

Apply now » Date: Aug 17, 2026 Location: Vancouver, BC, CA Company: Lookout Housing and Health Society Employment Status Part Time - Temporary Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca Location 1660 SPUDS Days and Hours of work Sunday through Monday Shift times will be 0800 - 1600 Hours Shifts are 7.5 hours in length Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews Salary $26.72 - 28.48 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement) Job Summary The Janitor Maintenance Worker reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. Janitor/Maintenance Workers ensure the cleanliness of the overall site, both inside and outside. The worker will also ensure that building functions such as mechanical, plumbing, and electrical are properly maintained. Ongoing maintenance and janitorial work is required on premises. This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face. Job Duties Janitorial work such as sweeping, washing, and waxing floors; cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces Garbage removal and emptying recycling containers Monitor and upkeep all building equipment Maintain repairs on premises including the upkeep of suites by fixing, repairing, plumbing, landscaping, etc. Will assist new staff and oversee volunteers; and work with staff to ensure facilities meet the needs of guests Work is generally completed internally, while some external work on the premise may occur Job duties may have a few disagreeable factors Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program Qualifications & Competence Minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Building Service Worker Diploma is an asset Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset Ability to work independently or in a team setting Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment A minimum of two (2) years sobriety if related concerns to alcohol and/or drug use Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector Closing Date Applications will be accepted until August 25, 2026 at 5:00 pm Apply now »

Ensure the overall cleanliness of the site through janitorial duties and garbage removal. Maintain building functions including mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems to meet the needs of guests.

Requires a minimum of Grade 12 education and two years of related experience, along with a current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate. Candidates must pass a Criminal Record Clearance for the Vulnerable Sector and be able to work with disadvantaged adults.

• First AidPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Janitorial Work
• Plumbing
• Electrical Maintenance
• Landscaping
• Crisis Intervention
• First Aid
• Stress Management
• Organization
• Communication
• Documentation
• Boundary Maintenance
• Equipment Operation

• Trades
• Social Services
• Construction
• Security & Safety

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

8 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level