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Metro Vancouver

Housing Dispatcher

Burnaby, BC, Canada

Pay: Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $35.28 hourly plus 6.25% deferred compensation (2024 wage rates)
Job type: Temporary
Apply by: Oct 22, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

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Position Status: Full-Time Temporary (This position to last not later than December 31, 2026)

Department: Housing

Employee Group: GVRDEU

Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby

Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $35.28 hourly plus 6.25% deferred compensation (2024 wage rates)

This role receives an additional 6.25% deferred compensation on hours worked. The additional 6.25% can be taken as compensation or time off.

Our Housing Department is seeking a Housing Dispatcher who will coordinate maintenance requests, dispatch work to contractors and staff, and help ensure maintenance services are delivered efficiently across MVHC’s housing portfolio.

You are: an organized and customer-focused professional who enjoys solving problems, managing multiple priorities, and building positive relationships with contractors and staff.

This role: (The duties described hereunder are intended to be representative of the position and are not to be considered as all inclusive.)

Contracts on behalf of the MVHC for Standing Offer Agreements (SOA) and non SOA contractors as per the limits set by the Metro Vancouver Finance Department.
Produces MVHC Purchase Orders for external contractors in accordance with Corporate Policies & Procedures.
Produces Work Orders.
Assesses maintenance requests to determine if the work should be allocated to operations staff, contractor, or technical staff for further investigation.
Assigns work to appropriate resources.
Assesses after-hours emergency maintenance calls and authorizes repair work required.
Schedules all regular maintenance inspections (fire, generators, sewage/water lines etc) required.Responsible to ensure that all deficiencies are corrected in a timely manner.
Reviews asbestos inventory and provide available asbestos information to contractors related to the work being performed.
Prepares Purchasing Requisitions for services that fall outside contracting limits.
Reviews invoices for reasonableness, compares to confirmations received from staff, ensures that they are consistent with established contract terms, and approves invoices for payment.
Evaluates established operational procedures and provides suggestions for review.
Maintains records and documents related to maintenance (including asset management records).
Provides management with information on day to day maintenance issues which require more extensive assessments.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external agencies and personnel.
Participates in meetings as required.

To be successful, you have:

Sound working knowledge of agreements and contracts between contractors and the MVHC.
Working knowledge of contractual law.
Working knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act.
Considerable knowledge property maintenance procedures and practices.
Demonstrated ability to independently and proactively manage and prioritize a high volume of maintenance requests and to process these requests in an efficient, timely and cost effective manner in a fast paced operational environment.
Demonstrated working knowledge of business practices and procedures in accounts receivable, accounts payable and contract purchasing.
Proficient in relevant property and maintenance systems and other related computer software.
Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
Ability to deal with situations which require sensitivity and good customer service skills.
Demonstrate a willingness and ability to undertake additional training relating to the duties of the position.
Grade 12 supplemented by business or purchasing courses plus 5 years related experience in property management and property maintenance field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
Valid BC Driver's License.

Our Vision:

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

Metro Vancouver employees proudly serve the region and demonstrate the behaviours and attributes of six leadership competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Building and Nurturing Relationships, Communication, Continuous Learning, and Strategic Thinking and Action.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact careers@metrovancouver.org for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.

Please follow this link https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careers to our Careers page where you can submit your application by October 6, 2026.

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Responsibilities

The Housing Dispatcher coordinates maintenance requests, dispatches work to contractors and staff, and ensures efficient service delivery across the housing portfolio. They are also responsible for managing purchase orders, reviewing invoices, and scheduling regular maintenance inspections.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education supplemented by business or purchasing courses and at least 5 years of experience in property management and maintenance. A valid BC Driver's License and knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act and contract law are required.

Skills

Maintenance coordination
Dispatching
Contractor management
Purchase order processing
Work order management
Emergency maintenance assessment
Property maintenance
Contract law
Residential Tenancy Act
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Asset management
Communication
Customer service
Problem solving
Purchasing

Benefits

Deferred compensation

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Keywords

Housing Dispatcher
Maintenance
Contractor
Purchase Orders
Work Orders
Residential Tenancy Act
Property Management
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Asbestos Inventory
Asset Management
Purchasing
Standing Offer Agreements
Emergency Maintenance
Contract Law
Procurement

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