Maintenance & Administrative Coordinator (Metro Vancouver)

Connective is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our forward-thinking nonprofit organization in the role of Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator. Our mission is to foster the development of a safe, healthy, and inclusive community for all. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping us achieve this goal, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative team.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator will assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in and around the property or properties within their region. This may include performing a variety of interior and exterior maintenance duties. They will coordinate work outside their scope with external contractors to best support our service users and staff.

HOURS (40 hours per week)
Monday to Friday, 0830-1630

This position may require you to work flexible hours based on operational needs.

WHAT WE OFFER
At Connective, we provide a range of benefits and support to our employees, including:

• Employer-paid Criminal Record Check Clearance
• Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)*
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package encompassing health, wellness, prescription medication, vision, and dental coverage*
• Employer-paid support services, such as an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Paid in-house training programs such as MANDT and Naloxone
• Competitive wages, with a commitment to being a living wage employer
• Opportunities for career and personal development, allowing you to explore diverse programs and departments
• An inclusive work environment with team-building events and staff recognition programs
• Access to On-Demand Pay, enabling you to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Award winning organization: 2022 and 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice from NEOC and 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
• Participation in a portability program that allows employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective to carry over their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within the last 12 months)

*Benefits are for Full-Time and Part-Time employees working 20 hours per week or more

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
As a Maintenance and Administrative Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

Building Maintenance

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in completing necessary repairs that are within their scope.

• Ensure safety standards are established and maintained for the building and preventative maintenance tasks are performed.
• Depending on the program, may maintain lawns and yards as per guidelines and performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks.
• Monitors and orders maintenance supplies.
• Assists with and/or conducts inspections of resident spaces.

Building Maintenance Coordination

• Under the general guidance of the Maintenance and Asset Manager assumes a primary role in coordinating repairs that are out of their scope to external contractors.
• Liaises with contractors to ensure the quality and timeliness of the repairs.
• Provides input to the Program Manager and/or other staff regarding the planned or emergency maintenance issues.
• Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties.

Administration

• Maintains an up-to-date list and schedule of all planned and unplanned maintenance, as well as repairs for our assets.
• Assists the Maintenance and Asset Manager in the development of annual repair schedules, budgets, and capital plans as requested.
• Research options and make recommendations related to property, appliances, furniture, and service providers.
• Approves invoices and coordinates payment for external contractors related to the work completed within their region.
• Follows all relevant Connective policies, procedures, and guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENRS

We seek candidates who meet the following qualifications and requirements:

• Valid class 5 driver’s license (travel may be required depending on program requirements)
• Grade 12 level education and/or equivalent with two-years related experience.
• Experience in performing carpentry, painting, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance, and repairs.
• Successful completion of a Children and Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check and reference checks
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training is preferred
• Personal vehicle

COMPENSATION
Annual Salary will start at $56,600 up to $69,200 based on experience and qualifications. This role will also be eligible for Connective's comprehensive Benefits Package.