Building Maintenance Worker

Requisition Number: BUILD002195

Type: Internal applicants- Indeterminate Full-Time

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week; (Monday through Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Compensation: Internal $27.50-$32 per hour. (it is in process of being classified ). External: $27.50. Plus, a competitive leave and benefits package after an initial disqualification period

Program & Location: Fraser Valley ( including Burnaby, Coquitlam, and Richmond sites)

Union: BC Government Employee's Union (BCGEU) – This position requires union membership

Deadline: By noon Friday, January 23 Jan, 2026

About Us
Atira Women's Resource Society is an award-winning nonprofit organization known for its inclusionary hiring practices and where a job is more than a pay cheque. We offer the opportunity to work alongside an inspiring group of women working to make the world a more just place, one woman, one child, one home, one job at a time.

About The Job
The Building Maintenance Worker reports to the Maintenance Manager and Supervisor and is responsible for property upkeep, including inspections of common areas, repairs and painting of suites, preventative maintenance, ordering supplies, and reporting the need for qualified trades. They ensure compliance with local bylaws and legislation, respond to maintenance emergencies, and primarily complete work orders at their designated site, with coverage of additional sites as needed during emergencies or staff shortages

About You
You are a feminist, passionate about the work of ending violence against women and children. You embrace Atira's mission, vision, values and philosophy. You have a well-developed understanding of and commitment to anti-oppression work and intersectionality. You are familiar with colonialism especially as it applies in Canada and you understand the impact of the residential school system. You are committed to working with women who are struggling with substance use and or mental wellness and understand and are comfortable working within a harm reduction environment. Your definition of woman includes transgender, two spirit and intersex women, and transfeminine individuals. You are sex worker positive. Lived expertise is an asset, as living in the community in which you work. Atira strives to hire staff who reflect the people we serve.

You question actions inconsistent with our values and you treat everyone with fairness and respect, independent of their status or disagreement with you. You hire great people and expect great things from them. You inspire others with your eagerness for excellence. You create an environment where people can flourish and grow and you seek what is best for Atira and the women we serve, rather than what's best for you and or your team. You challenge the status quo to improve quality and sustainability and you take smart risks and make tough decisions without agonizing.

Additional Requisites/Assets

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience working in Building Maintenance or trades
• Vocational training as related to building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC or other related trades
• First Aid, WHIMIS, and Nonviolent Crises Intervention Training are required
• Experience working in and/or thorough knowledge of and comfortability working in the DTES is required, along with an understanding of the socioeconomic barriers within the community.
• Access to a reliable vehicle while on shift, class 5 drivers license, with two million lability insurance.
• All positions are subject to a criminal records review (Paid by Atira)
• Covid-19 & annual Flu vaccinations are recommended

At Atira, we value diverse experiences and recognize that some applicants may face barriers to obtaining required certifications. If you are passionate about this role, meet the other qualifications, and believe you have the necessary skills and experience but do not currently hold a valid First Aid certificate, we encourage you to contact us you can contact us at People & Culture Recruitment. Atira is committed to being an inclusive employer and may be able to connect you with resources to support you in meeting this requirement.

Application Process
Please provide a cover letter with a current resume describing how you meet or exceed the above-noted qualifications. Resumes with a Cover Letter unique to Atira are guaranteed a review. Candidates who lack the experience and qualifications set out in the posting may not be considered, although an exceptional cover letter and transferable skills may overcome lack of experience for some positions. Please go to for a current list of postings.