Requisition Number: MAINT002447 Type: Internal & External – Full-time (Temp for three months) Hours of Work: 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm) Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000
Program & Location: Vancouver, Downtown Eastside Deadline: By noon Nov 11, 2026
About Us:
Atira Women’s Resource Society (Atira) is a non-profit organization known for inclusionary hiring practices, values-driven work, and innovative approaches to supporting communities it serves. Rooted in feminist, anti-violence principles, Atira provides housing, programs, and supports for people of all genders, with a continued focus on addressing gendered violence, misogyny, and systemic oppression. Atira believes a job is more than a paycheque – it’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic and social change.
About the Job:
Reporting to the Director Maintenance & Facilities, the Manager, Maintenance reports to the Director, Facilities & Maintenance, and is responsible for the operational management and delivery of maintenance services throughout Atira's Supportive Housing Portfolio. The position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Maintenance Department, ensuring maintenance activities are effectively coordinated, appropriately resourced, and completed in a timely, safe and consistent manner.
The position provides leadership and direction to a team of unionized maintenance staff, including recruitment, onboarding, training, staff development, performance management and mentorship. The Manager is accountable for the scheduling, prioritization, execution and quality assurance of preventative maintenance, routine work orders and emergency repairs, while ensuring effective allocation of departmental resources and adherence to established service standards.
Working collaboratively with Program Managers, Facilities colleagues and other departments, the Manager identifies operational needs, resolves maintenance-related challenges, and implements processes that support efficient service delivery and the long-term upkeep of Atira's housing portfolio.
The Manager brings strong technical knowledge and an understanding of applicable legislation, regulations, building systems and maintenance practices. They demonstrate a commitment to Atira's intersectional feminist, anti-oppression, trauma-informed and decolonization practices.
About You:
You are aligned with Atira’s mission, vision, values, and philosophy and bring a strong commitment to anti-oppression and intersectional practice. You understand the impacts of colonialism, especially in Canada, including the legacy of the residential school system, and you approach your work with cultural humility and respect.
You are comfortable working in a harm reduction environment and supporting people who may be experiencing substance use and/or mental wellness challenges. You support those who choose abstinence while recognizing abstinence is just one option among many. You are inclusive and affirming of people of all genders, including transgender, Two-Spirit, intersex, transfeminine and non-binary individuals, and understand the realities of gendered violence, misogyny, systemic barriers and how these harms disproportionately impact women. You are sex worker positive – you understand sex work, including survival sex work, as part of a broader social, economic, and gendered context and bring an approach grounded in respect, autonomy, and dignity.
You treat others with fairness and respect, challenge practices that conflict with shared values, and contribute to a supportive, accountable team environment. You inspire others through your commitment to anti-violence and promoting equity, prioritize the needs of the communities we serve, and challenge the status quo to improve quality and sustainability. You take smart risks and make thoughtful, timely decisions.
Lived experience and connection to the community served are assets. Atira encourages applications from individuals whose lived experience reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Programs specifically serving First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women and children, hiring preference will be given to First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women.
Additional Requisites/Assets:
- • Minimum five (5) years of experience in maintenance, skilled trades, building operations or facilities management.
• Minimum two (2) years of management or supervisory experience, including at least one (1) year of experience managing unionized employees.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience administering collective agreements, managing employee relations in a unionized environment.
• Completion of a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree in Facilities Management, Building Technology, Construction Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing maintenance operations across multiple sites, including work order management, preventative maintenance programs and emergency repairs.
• Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection and life safety systems.
• Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers, maintenance services and procurement of materials and equipment.
• Experience monitoring operational budgets, managing departmental resources and identifying cost efficiencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and municipal bylaws, including WorkSafeBC Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, BC Building Code, BC Fire Code and the City of Vancouver Standards of Maintenance Bylaw.
• Demonstrated experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), preferably Yardi, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and payroll systems.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Demonstrated experience working in the Downtown Eastside (DTES), or a strong understanding of the community, its unique challenges and the socioeconomic barriers experienced by individuals accessing supportive housing services.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively within a complex, trauma-informed supportive housing environment.
• WHIMIS, First Aid, Naloxone Administration, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training are considered assets
- 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 www.atira.bc.ca/careers for a current list of postings.
