Careers

Primaris REIT is currently hiring a dedicated and enthusiastic Maintenance Worker to join our team at our Highstreet Shopping Centre in Abbotsford, BC. If you have an ability to diagnose issues, identify solutions and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you!

As a Maintenance Worker, your primary responsibility is to perform day to day maintenance and customer service duties required to keep the property safe and presentable for customers, staff and tenants by;
• Performing daily property inspections and promptly reporting repair needs
• Conducting minor property repairs and maintenance tasks including but not limited to dry walling, painting, landscaping, cleaning, basic plumbing & electrical
• Ensuring property safety and respond to tenant concerns
• Maintaining property cleanliness and curb appeal
• Collaborating with contractors, providing excellent customer service, and assisting in coordinating work with stakeholders

To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates who are customer service focused and have a can do attitude. If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, you likely have the following attributes:
• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required, college diploma an asset
• 1 year experience in a similar field
• Knowledge of a trade or HVAC, etc. an asset
• Ability to operate power tools & equipment
• Valid Driver’s License
• Basic PC skills
• CPR and First Aid certification an asset

• Communicate clearly, concisely, professionally and convey active listening and openness
• Build positive relationships and demonstrate commitment, effort and a "take charge" attitude
• Produce accurate work with attention to detail and consistently meet deadlines
• Take ownership for actions, accept constructive criticism and make the necessary changes to behavior
• Overcome obstacles to get the job done, identify problems and recommend solutions
• See change positively and adapt quickly to change in work requirements

• Respect: Value diverse perspectives, experiences and talents; treat others the way you would want to be treated
• Empowerment: Use the means provided to carry out responsibilities to the best of your ability and to implement creative ideas
• Integrity: Do the right thing, deliver on commitments and admit mistakes
• Teamwork: Work together as one team toward common goals
• Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable for decisions and results