Maintenance Technician

Co-operative Housing Federation BC • Vancouver, BC

15d • $32

About The Position

COHO Management Services Society is a non-profit property management company dedicated to supporting housing co-operatives across British Columbia. Since its founding in 1984 by the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHF BC), COHO has been committed to supporting housing co-operatives through tailored, community first management services.
Our services are tailored to support in administration, governance, financial services and property management and maintenance. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of co-op living, we help housing co-operatives operate efficiently, remain financially sustainable and foster vibrant and inclusive communities.

Are you hands on, resourceful and passionate about keeping homes safe and functional? As a Maintenance Technician at COHO, you’ll be the first responder for urgent maintenance issues, ensuring housing co-operatives remain secure and livable.
If you enjoy problem solving, working independently and delivering high quality service, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be the first responder for urgent maintenance issues and a key player in keeping our client co-ops safe and functional. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Responding promptly to emergency maintenance calls and assessing the situation
Performing hands-on repairs for plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general building systems
Coordinating with trades and vendors when specialized work is required
Communicating clearly and professionally with residents and team members
Maintaining accurate records and using mobile tools for reporting
Ensuring compliance with COHO’s key management and security protocols
Traveling to client sites across the Lower Mainland to deliver timely service
Upholding safety standards and minimizing disruption to residents

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum six months of maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of building systems and trouble shooting skills
• Ability to work independently under pressure
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, insured vehicle and Class 5 driver’s license
• Own basic tools and secure storage for COHO property

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with co-operative housing is an asset

Responsibilities

• Responding promptly to emergency maintenance calls and assessing the situation
• Performing hands-on repairs for plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general building systems
• Coordinating with trades and vendors when specialized work is required
• Communicating clearly and professionally with residents and team members
• Maintaining accurate records and using mobile tools for reporting
• Ensuring compliance with COHO’s key management and security protocols
• Traveling to client sites across the Lower Mainland to deliver timely service
• Upholding safety standards and minimizing disruption to residents

Benefits

• Statutory Holidays
• Christmas closure days
• Monday to Friday work week
• Competitive compensation – we are a Living Wage employer
• The chance to contribute to affordable housing and community development across BC

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED