Campus Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Dalhousie University; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, seeks a Maintenance/Building Service Technician to support preventive maintenance tasks and assist trades staff on campus. The role emphasizes hands-on work with lighting systems, safety protocols, and collaboration with project leaders and contractors.

A strong safety mindset and reliability are essential. The incumbent will work in-person on campus, following Nova Scotia safety regulations and university policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and 3–5 years building and maintenance experience.
• Building Service Technician course is preferable.
• Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude is preferable.
• Ability to read, interpret and prioritize work orders.

Responsibilities

• Accompanies and assists trades staff, project leaders, consultants and contractors as required.
• Maintains and repairs non-electrical components of light fixtures (bulbs, shades, etc.).
• Properly disposes of used lamps and maintains adequate stock levels, including ballasts.
• Conducts field audits to gather information for PM routines.
• Performs PM inspections on interior/exterior lights, exit lights, washrooms, doors and detectors.
• Follows up on deficiencies identified during PM inspections and refers work to the appropriate parties.
• Cleans pits, drainage areas, roofs, drains and gutters as required.
• Maintains mechanical rooms and cleans areas as needed.
• Removes graffiti using appropriate products and techniques.
• Performs other duties in compliance with health and safety rules.

Skills

Tool proficiency

Communication skills

Reliability

Height work

Willingness to overtime

Education

High school diploma

Building Service Technician course

Tools

Fluorescent bulb pulverizer

Pressure washer

Job description

Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, seeks a Maintenance/Building Service Technician to support preventive maintenance tasks and assist trades staff on campus. The role emphasizes hands-on work with lighting systems, safety protocols, and collaboration with project leaders and contractors.

A strong safety mindset and reliability are essential. The incumbent will work in-person on campus, following Nova Scotia safety regulations and university policies.