Building Maintenance Person

**Regular Full-Time**

**Position: Building Maintenance Person**

**Reports to: Facility Manager**

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is **_to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature_** and our purpose is **_Science for All._**

Our people are our greatest asset. As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

**Position Description**:
Under the direction of the Facility Manager, Building Engineering, the Building Maintenance Person will be responsible for the general maintenance of the interior and exterior of the building and the surrounding grounds, including the parking lots. In addition, this position will assist the Building Operators, as well as perform independently work related to the daily operations and maintenance of the building.

As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide day-to-day general building maintenance and repair services. General building maintenance consists of painting, dry wall, flooring, minor furniture/equipment move and repair tasks, landscaping sprinkler system, basic plumbing, electrical and mechanical
- Work alongside the Building Operators to perform preventative maintenance of the HVAC System, lighting system and provide emergency response of the fire alarm system and other building issues
- Pickup and delivery of goods and equipment as required in a safe and timely manner
- Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

**Qualifications**:

- A minimum of Grade 12 education is preferred
- Previous maintenance experience with landscaping irrigation system, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and light carpentry, preferably within a public facility and/or commercial building environment
- Basic knowledge of heating, ventilation and air conditioning system is considered an asset
- Ability to use hand and power tools
- Must have excellent customer service and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Be able to work in a team and self-managed environment
- Must have positive leaning and working attitude
- Be proficient in Outlook, Word and Excel
- Be able to work on weekdays, weekends and holidays
- Valid class 5 BC driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must be able to safely lift 23 kg

This is a unionized position represented by CUPE 1004.

The pay range for this position is $48,000 - $54,000 per year.

Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including: Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment day, Science World membership, RRSP Matching, Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.