Maintenance Worker

Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $30.71/Hr. - CAD $30.71/Hr. Job Accuracy Posting Flag The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required Summary Join our team as a Maintenance Worker, where you’ll keep our buildings, equipment, and mobility devices running safely and smoothly. Reporting to the Plant Services Leader, you’ll handle repairs, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate external work as needed. If you enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving and making a real impact, this role is for you. What You Bring Education and Experience: Grade 10 education Three years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to deal with others effectively Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position Ability to organize work Ability to operate related equipment What We Offer State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027. A competitive salary: $30.71 per hour. Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and independence of all person. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents. Your Day to Day: Replaces and repairs plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, supply lines, waste lines, sprinkler lines). Conducts carpentry repairs on cupboards, shelves, furniture, walls, ceilings, and windows using drywall, wood paneling, and glass. Applies paint and finishes; removes and replaces tiles, linoleum, and carpet. Performs minor renovations, including constructing walls. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and performs electrical/mechanical repairs (disassembling, cleaning, greasing, replacing parts). Executes welding repairs and installs items (timers, switches, receptacles, ballasts). Refers equipment needing repair to Supervisor; identifies when replacement is necessary. About our Facilities, Maintenance and Operations (FMO) Team: Our FMO team at Providence Health Care plays a critical behind‑the‑scenes role in keeping hospital environments safe, reliable, and fully operational. The team maintains complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life‑safety systems that support patient care every hour of every day. By ensuring the physical infrastructure is compliant, resilient, and ready, FMO allows clinical teams to focus entirely on patients. For more information, you can visit our FMO careers page here. We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing repairs on plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems within the hospital facility. They also conduct carpentry work, painting, and minor renovations to ensure the physical infrastructure remains safe and operational.

Candidates must have a Grade 10 education and at least three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of training. Applicants must possess the physical ability to perform duties and the capacity to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• State-of-the-art facilities • Inclusive culture

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• Plumbing repair
• Carpentry
• Painting
• Electrical repair
• Mechanical repair
• Welding
• Blueprint reading
• Troubleshooting
• Communication
• Equipment maintenance
• Renovation
• Safety compliance
• Facility Repair And Maintenance
• Mechanical Electrical And Plumbing (MEP) Systems
• Furniture Cleaning
• Resilience
• Drywall (Installation And Repair)
• Research
• Teaching
• Ballasts
• Community Health
• Integrated Care
• Innovation
• Operations
• Plumbing Fixtures
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Writing
• Network Switches
• Paneling

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• Healthcare
• Construction
• Maintenance Worker
• Maintenance Helper / Assistant
• Odd Job Persons
• Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 21, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week