maintenance manager
Title posted on Talent.com - Assistant Manager, Facilities & Ground Maintenance
Posted on July 17, 2026 by Employer details Pacific National Exhibition
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<p><strong>Who we are…</strong></p><p>The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 116-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15 day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.</p><p>At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.</p><p>We are seeking a highly organized, safety-focused, and operationally minded individual to join our Facilities & Maintenance team as the Assistant Manager, Facilities & Grounds Maintenance. This role supports the planning, coordination, and daily execution of facilities and grounds maintenance operations across the PNE and Hastings Park site, ensuring buildings, infrastructure, equipment, and outdoor spaces remain safe, functional, well-maintained, and event-ready year-round.</p><p>The Assistant Manager will provide frontline leadership to maintenance staff, support preventative maintenance programs, coordinate inspections and corrective actions, assist with contractor oversight and pest control programs, and help ensure strong communication, safety compliance, and operational follow-through across the department.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with experience in facilities, grounds maintenance, construction, or related operational environments. They are organized, practical, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, publicly visible environment where priorities can shift quickly based on events, weather, and operational needs.</p><p><strong>Why join our Team?</strong></p><ul><li>Exhilarating and fun-loving culture</li><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more</li><li>Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands</li><li>Competitive compensation package</li><li>Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!</li></ul><p><strong>What will you do this year?</strong></p><p>In your role as an <strong>Assistant Manager, Facilities & Grounds Maintenance,</strong> your primary accountabilities will be:</p><ul><li>Support the planning and daily coordination of facilities and grounds maintenance operations to ensure PNE buildings, infrastructure, equipment, outdoor spaces, and public areas remain safe, functional, clean, and event-ready year-round.</li><li>Assist with the development and implementation of preventative maintenance programs for fleet, assets, buildings, grounds, and infrastructure to improve reliability and minimize downtime.</li><li>Provide frontline leadership and daily direction to Facilities & Grounds Maintenance staff, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.</li><li>Coordinate daily work assignments, inspections, maintenance tasks, corrective actions, and event-related operational requirements.</li><li>Conduct regular inspections of facilities, grounds, equipment, and event spaces to identify maintenan- Location Vancouver, BC
- Work location On site
- Salary$72,000YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source Talent.com #619432529178931169
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