Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.
Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.
The Position
The Maintenance Worker supports the operation of supportive housing and office facilities by coordinating maintenance schedules, assisting staff with maintenance needs, and collaborating with contractors and service providers. The role contributes to safe, functional, and welcoming spaces by ensuring repairs, inspections, and upkeep are completed in line with organizational standards and BC Housing requirements.
Overview
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Job status: Regular, Part-Time
- Job title: Maintenance Worker
- Hours of Work: Monday - Friday (8:30am-4pm)
- Work site: Lift Head Office
- Date Posted: July 23, 2026
- Close Date: August 6, 2026
- Hourly wage: $26.87 – $28.75 per hour
- Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Qualifications
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High School completion required.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in non-profit housing or a related social service field.
- Experience in trades and/or building maintenance.
- Knowledge of building codes and compliance requirements.
- Skills in carpentry, plumbing, mechanics, electrical, janitorial, and tool use.
- Experience supporting individuals impacted by homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, harm reduction, and Housing First.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and MS 365.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
- Clear Criminal Record Check.
Skills
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Building maintenance and minor repair skills
- Preventative facility maintenance and inspections
- Janitorial services and grounds maintenance
- Health and safety inspection and compliance
- Knowledge of building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, and fire safety)
- Contractor and service provider coordination
- Move-in and move-out unit preparation
- Maintenance documentation and computerized record management
- Ability to prioritize maintenance requests and manage competing priorities
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety, emergency preparedness, and risk management
- Proficiency using maintenance tracking systems and Microsoft Office applications
Working Condition and Physical Requirements
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Monday–Friday, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
- Performs duties in environments where individuals face multiple barriers.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs safely and use industrial cleaning products.
- Works both independently and collaboratively as part of an integrated housing team.
We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.
Lift Community Services is an community-based non-profit society that offers community programs and services that improve the lives of people living in the qathet Region. We work with people facing barriers and community partners to build relationships, find solutions to community challenges, and mobilize resources to help community members get the support they need to thrive. We offer housing and employment services, and a range of other inclusive, supportive services like literacy supports, food security programs, family services, harm reduction and health care services, complex care housing services, and more.
