Job Details

Maintenance Worker – Dave Lede House
Location: Abbotsford Location with potential occasional work at Vancouver Hospice
Reporting to: Manager, Facilities
Job status: Permanent, full-time 1.0 FTE (75 hours bi-weekly)
Compensation: $61,856 - $70,405
We want our staff to “thrive” not just survive, so Canuck Place is committed to living our values of care exceeding not just minimum wage but living wage in B.C. This means that regardless of role our entry level salary is a minimum of $25.64 per hour equivalent to $50,000 full-time annually.

ABOUT US
Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH) is British Columbia’s recognized pediatric palliative care provider. For over two decades, through the many programs and services we provide, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. Be part of a talented and innovative team that takes pride in supporting and providing the highest quality pediatric palliative care.
It is the expectation for all roles across the organization to know the organization’s philosophy of pediatric palliative care and uphold a commitment to further ones knowledge. Our philosophy of pediatric palliative care is as follows: Pediatric palliative care improves quality of life, promotes comfort, and reduces suffering for children with life-threatening conditions (serious illness) and their families through a holistic approach addressing; physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. It is collaborative person & family-centered care delivered using a team-based approach throughout the continuum of care across all ages and stages of illness, including bereavement. It values choice and honest and compassionate communication.
At Canuck Place we understand that uniqueness is powerful. We hold each other accountable for an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences and ideas and know that they belong. We believe diversity drives innovation and the best pediatric palliative care for children and their families therefore we welcome that every person brings an individual perspective and experience to advance our mission. We have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion and we are building a culture where difference is valued. We have a commitment to inclusion across gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity and disability status, to ensure our team members are empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. All staff are encouraged to contribute their perspective and lived experience through our internal employee groups such as Care 4 the Caregiver, Culture, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging), Green Team, Truth and Reconciliation and Wellness Committees.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO WORK HERE?
Canuck Place careers are full of connection, community, and care. We aim to nurture a supportive culture rooted in compassion, collaboration and support while providing expert care to children and families. Our team includes individuals with a special blend of sensitivity, compassion, and appreciation for life. Canuck Place is where no moment is missed. A place where you can make a difference.
We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package focusing on wellness and self-care that includes:
• 20 days’ vacation (pro-rated to your full-time equivalency)to start with ongoing annual anniversary increases up to an organizational maximum of 45 days
• Up to two paid mandatory wellness days a year
• Generous paid leave including compassionate and special leave when you need it
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
• 100% employer paid benefits package from your first day which includes extended health and dental and $1,500 annually for counselling
• Health and Wellness Spending account that provides up to $1,000 annually to ensure you can focus on the benefits that are important to you and your family
• Flexible working options
• Free meals on-site at the hospices
• Continuous paid training and development opportunities so everyone has the opportunity to learn new skills and grow
• Ongoing parental support including top-up for maternity and parental leave and paid leave for new grandparents

YOUR ROLE
Reporting to the Facilities Manager or designate, performs routine maintenance and demand repairs in a variety of disciplines related to buildings, grounds and equipment. Organizes vendors and/or performs preventative maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment or requisitions, oversees and inspects repairs performed by others.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support volunteers, and/or corporate groups, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment and materials are available for a crew of up to 10 volunteers for various maintenance tasks such as installing Christmas lights, washing vehicles, pressure washing, painting porches, etc.
• Ability to offer guidance, direction and support to volunteers and corporate groups working in the gardens and on other exterior projects. Able to prioritize tasks and assignments for volunteers to utilize their time productively.
• Occasional pressure washing and other general grounds maintenance such as fence repair, outdoor furniture maintenance, sprinkler troubleshooting, etc.
• Applying paint and other finishes by brush, roller, and/or spray. Remove and replace ceiling tiles, floor tiles, linoleum, carpet and other flooring finishes. Installing thresholds, baseboard and cove moulding.
• Repair and/or replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and faucets. Tracing leaks and changing out plumbing fixtures including shut-off valves, supply and waste lines.
• Perform light carpentry repairs on cupboards, shelves, furniture, walls, floors, ceilings and windows by applying materials such as dry wall, wood paneling, or other finishes.
• Exterior repairs to shingles, doors, roofing gutters, steps, railings, fences, walls and portico areas as required.
• Adjust or replace hinges, door closers, locksets and hardware. Issue keys, fobs and credentials on access control system. Monitor and review incidents using the CCTV system.
• Performing trouble shooting and assist with the maintenance of equipment such as washers, dryers, vacuums, hospital beds, furniture and food service equipment as required.
• Re-lamping light fixtures and retrofitting to LED bulbs or LED fixtures where possible.
• Installing electrical items such as timers, switches, receptacles and ballasts. Tracing problem circuits; performing safety checks on electrical appliances for defects such as faulty wires and improper grounding.
• Ability to trace, run, punch down and test network, telephone and coaxial cables.
• Monthly inspections for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) to identify potential safety concerns and report inspections at meetings regarding any incidents or accidents.
• Laisse with counterparts and/or leadership at MAC Campus partners for any inter-related facilities work (common parking area, common grounds, etc.)
• Liaise with vendors for services including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Pest Control, Generator Service, Waste haulers, Painters, Security Service, Elevator Service, Fire Life Safety Contractor, Security Contractor, Irrigation Service Company, Flooring Installer, Roofing Contractor and any others contractor as required. Identify needs, assist in procuring quotes, supervise and inspect installations and repairs.
• Furniture moving, set-up and disassembly.
• Store and retrieve files, seasonal lights, decorations and other seasonal item in prescribed storage areas.
• Prep exterior fountains and water features for winter and recommission in spring
• Assist with setup and teardown of tents, lighting, signage and electrical hook ups for events held onsite.
• Ensure technical Safety BC requirements are met for elevators, boilers and pressure vessels. Update current vendor info listed on Annual Electrical operating permit.
• Take a lead role in ensuring the Fire Life Safety of the building is maintained to code.
• Ensure vendor contact lists are current.
• Take a lead role in maintaining the three Abbotsford fleet vehicles.
• Take a lead role in managing the card access and security systems and act as the designate for ordering keys for our “controlled keyway” locks and maintaining contact lists.
• Other related responsibilities, as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Grade 12, plus 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Formal training in a related trade would be an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s license.
• Ability to secure a vulnerable person criminal record check.
• General handyman skills are expected, as is the ability to perform a wide variety of facility related tasks. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice will provide guidance and site specific training to the right enthusiastic candidate.

QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring to the role:
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment required for the position
• Physical ability to carry out the duties related to the position including lifting and moving up to 50lbs including garden materials, bags of de-icer, portable tents, etc
• Ability to positively interact with team members, co-workers, volunteers, families and vendors
• Good organizational skills; strong time management and ability to prioritize work without being directly supervised.
• Flexibility surrounding schedules and the ability to quickly pivot work priorities
• Familiar with the safe use of hand and power tools required to complete tasks.
• Basic knowledge of painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, irrigation systems and overall building systems.
• Strong understanding of hydronic HVAC systems, including boiler, chiller, cooling tower and air handling units. Ability to change filters, control valves, adjust and/or change fan drive belts and motors.
• Working knowledge of HVAC DDC (Direct Digital Control) system(s) would be an asset.

You have:
• High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment and objectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative, facilitate and collaborative; sense of humor.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with high energy, creative people.
• Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in a changing, ambiguous environment.

Please note:
• Evidence of Health Canada approved vaccinations must be provided prior to your first day of work.
• Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel within and outside the Lower Mainland.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
We understand that the recruitment process is not a one size fits all, our inclusion values and flexibility extend to your hiring experience. Canuck Place is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accessibility accommodation through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Canuck Place Children’s Hospice hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your cover letter and your resume at https://www.canuckplace.org/about-us/careers/ by January 28, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who have been short-listed will be contacted.

Job Description

Maintenance Worker – Dave Lede House
Location: Abbotsford Location with potential occasional work at Vancouver Hospice
Reporting to: Manager, Facilities
Job status: Permanent, full-time 1.0 FTE (75 hours bi-weekly)
Compensation: $61,856 - $70,405
We want our staff to “thrive” not just survive, so Canuck Place is committed to living our values of care exceeding not just minimum wage but living wage in B.C. This means that regardless of role our entry level salary is a minimum of $25.64 per hour equivalent to $50,000 full-time annually.

ABOUT US
Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH) is British Columbia’s recognized pediatric palliative care provider. For over two decades, through the many programs and services we provide, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. Be part of a talented and innovative team that takes pride in supporting and providing the highest quality pediatric palliative care.
It is the expectation for all roles across the organization to know the organization’s philosophy of pediatric palliative care and uphold a commitment to further ones knowledge. Our philosophy of pediatric palliative care is as follows: Pediatric palliative care improves quality of life, promotes comfort, and reduces suffering for children with life-threatening conditions (serious illness) and their families through a holistic approach addressing; physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. It is collaborative person & family-centered care delivered using a team-based approach throughout the continuum of care across all ages and stages of illness, including bereavement. It values choice and honest and compassionate communication.
At Canuck Place we understand that uniqueness is powerful. We hold each other accountable for an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences and ideas and know that they belong. We believe diversity drives innovation and the best pediatric palliative care for children and their families therefore we welcome that every person brings an individual perspective and experience to advance our mission. We have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion and we are building a culture where difference is valued. We have a commitment to inclusion across gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity and disability status, to ensure our team members are empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. All staff are encouraged to contribute their perspective and lived experience through our internal employee groups such as Care 4 the Caregiver, Culture, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging), Green Team, Truth and Reconciliation and Wellness Committees.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO WORK HERE?
Canuck Place careers are full of connection, community, and care. We aim to nurture a supportive culture rooted in compassion, collaboration and support while providing expert care to children and families. Our team includes individuals with a special blend of sensitivity, compassion, and appreciation for life. Canuck Place is where no moment is missed. A place where you can make a difference.
We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package focusing on wellness and self-care that includes:
• 20 days’ vacation (pro-rated to your full-time equivalency)to start with ongoing annual anniversary increases up to an organizational maximum of 45 days
• Up to two paid mandatory wellness days a year
• Generous paid leave including compassionate and special leave when you need it
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
• 100% employer paid benefits package from your first day which includes extended health and dental and $1,500 annually for counselling
• Health and Wellness Spending account that provides up to $1,000 annually to ensure you can focus on the benefits that are important to you and your family
• Flexible working options
• Free meals on-site at the hospices
• Continuous paid training and development opportunities so everyone has the opportunity to learn new skills and grow
• Ongoing parental support including top-up for maternity and parental leave and paid leave for new grandparents

YOUR ROLE
Reporting to the Facilities Manager or designate, performs routine maintenance and demand repairs in a variety of disciplines related to buildings, grounds and equipment. Organizes vendors and/or performs preventative maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment or requisitions, oversees and inspects repairs performed by others.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support volunteers, and/or corporate groups, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment and materials are available for a crew of up to 10 volunteers for various maintenance tasks such as installing Christmas lights, washing vehicles, pressure washing, painting porches, etc.
• Ability to offer guidance, direction and support to volunteers and corporate groups working in the gardens and on other exterior projects. Able to prioritize tasks and assignments for volunteers to utilize their time productively.
• Occasional pressure washing and other general grounds maintenance such as fence repair, outdoor furniture maintenance, sprinkler troubleshooting, etc.
• Applying paint and other finishes by brush, roller, and/or spray. Remove and replace ceiling tiles, floor tiles, linoleum, carpet and other flooring finishes. Installing thresholds, baseboard and cove moulding.
• Repair and/or replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and faucets. Tracing leaks and changing out plumbing fixtures including shut-off valves, supply and waste lines.
• Perform light carpentry repairs on cupboards, shelves, furniture, walls, floors, ceilings and windows by applying materials such as dry wall, wood paneling, or other finishes.
• Exterior repairs to shingles, doors, roofing gutters, steps, railings, fences, walls and portico areas as required.
• Adjust or replace hinges, door closers, locksets and hardware. Issue keys, fobs and credentials on access control system. Monitor and review incidents using the CCTV system.
• Performing trouble shooting and assist with the maintenance of equipment such as washers, dryers, vacuums, hospital beds, furniture and food service equipment as required.
• Re-lamping light fixtures and retrofitting to LED bulbs or LED fixtures where possible.
• Installing electrical items such as timers, switches, receptacles and ballasts. Tracing problem circuits; performing safety checks on electrical appliances for defects such as faulty wires and improper grounding.
• Ability to trace, run, punch down and test network, telephone and coaxial cables.
• Monthly inspections for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) to identify potential safety concerns and report inspections at meetings regarding any incidents or accidents.
• Laisse with counterparts and/or leadership at MAC Campus partners for any inter-related facilities work (common parking area, common grounds, etc.)
• Liaise with vendors for services including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Pest Control, Generator Service, Waste haulers, Painters, Security Service, Elevator Service, Fire Life Safety Contractor, Security Contractor, Irrigation Service Company, Flooring Installer, Roofing Contractor and any others contractor as required. Identify needs, assist in procuring quotes, supervise and inspect installations and repairs.
• Furniture moving, set-up and disassembly.
• Store and retrieve files, seasonal lights, decorations and other seasonal item in prescribed storage areas.
• Prep exterior fountains and water features for winter and recommission in spring
• Assist with setup and teardown of tents, lighting, signage and electrical hook ups for events held onsite.
• Ensure technical Safety BC requirements are met for elevators, boilers and pressure vessels. Update current vendor info listed on Annual Electrical operating permit.
• Take a lead role in ensuring the Fire Life Safety of the building is maintained to code.
• Ensure vendor contact lists are current.
• Take a lead role in maintaining the three Abbotsford fleet vehicles.
• Take a lead role in managing the card access and security systems and act as the designate for ordering keys for our “controlled keyway” locks and maintaining contact lists.
• Other related responsibilities, as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Grade 12, plus 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Formal training in a related trade would be an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s license.
• Ability to secure a vulnerable person criminal record check.
• General handyman skills are expected, as is the ability to perform a wide variety of facility related tasks. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice will provide guidance and site specific training to the right enthusiastic candidate.

QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring to the role:
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment required for the position
• Physical ability to carry out the duties related to the position including lifting and moving up to 50lbs including garden materials, bags of de-icer, portable tents, etc
• Ability to positively interact with team members, co-workers, volunteers, families and vendors
• Good organizational skills; strong time management and ability to prioritize work without being directly supervised.
• Flexibility surrounding schedules and the ability to quickly pivot work priorities
• Familiar with the safe use of hand and power tools required to complete tasks.
• Basic knowledge of painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, irrigation systems and overall building systems.
• Strong understanding of hydronic HVAC systems, including boiler, chiller, cooling tower and air handling units. Ability to change filters, control valves, adjust and/or change fan drive belts and motors.
• Working knowledge of HVAC DDC (Direct Digital Control) system(s) would be an asset.

You have:
• High integrity; creativity; balance, good judgment and objectivity; high vision and conceptual capabilities; consultative, facilitate and collaborative; sense of humor.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility that allows you to work with high energy, creative people.
• Able to thrive and effectively manage priorities in a changing, ambiguous environment.

Please note:
• Evidence of Health Canada approved vaccinations must be provided prior to your first day of work.
• Flexibility is necessary, as this position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel within and outside the Lower Mainland.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
We understand that the recruitment process is not a one size fits all, our inclusion values and flexibility extend to your hiring experience. Canuck Place is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accessibility accommodation through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Canuck Place Children’s Hospice hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equality and diversity within its community and to a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous persons, visible minority group members, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations, genders and gender identities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your cover letter and your resume at https://www.canuckplace.org/about-us/careers/ by January 28, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who have been short-listed will be contacted.