Facilities Maintenance Technician

AESO; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is looking for a Facilities Maintenance Technician in Calgary. This full-time position involves maintaining building systems and ensuring operational efficiency while managing physical security. Candidates should have a journeyperson certification and experience in facility management, competent in handling a variety of building systems including HVAC and electrical services.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Health & dental benefits

Mental health support

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in Facilities management or building maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of building electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, and fire suppression.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on facility systems.
• Maintain and operate HVAC systems and other building services.
• Respond to emergencies and manage maintenance contracts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Service-driven attitude

Education

Journeyperson certification or 5th Class Power Engineer Certificate

Job description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday .

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and professional individual to join our Facilities Team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician.Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Facilities, you be responsible for the operation and maintenance of AESO facilities and building systems to ensure a safe, secure, and reliable environment supporting critical operations. Coordinates and oversees maintenance activities with internal teams and external contractors. Manages physical security and access control at our NW location in Calgary.

The position will be primarily based at our NW location in Calgary that is not serviced by public transit and may also entail working at other locations both within and outside of the City of Calgary. This position will require to be on call.

This full-time permanent opportunity offers room for growth, competitive compensation, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health & dental health benefits, mental health support, defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package.

Signs you will enjoy working in this team:

• You embrace change, and pivot and adapt with ease.

• You like working in a diverse atmosphere – our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• You are detail-oriented with solid organizational skills and can prioritize and manage multiple tasks meeting overall requirements and deadlines.

• You are a reliable, hard worker with an eye for continuous improvement.

• You have initiative and bring a positive, service driven attitude.

• You are highly motivated and energetic.

• You have good verbal and written communication skills.

Accountabilities:

• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems.

• Maintain, operate all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical equipment, and systems, plumbing systems, building management system, and building repairs.

• Perform facility inspections and report on condition affecting operations.

• Monitor and supervise preventive maintenance contracts and contractors.

• Respond to emergencies.

• Prepare and submit summary reports of conditions in buildings and recommend actions to be taken.

• Review and understand equipment and methods of operation, BMS system, fire/life safety, and other systems.

• Administer maintenance management system, maintenance and operation records and related documentation.

• Operate and administer physical access and security systems and processes.

• Comply with all safety procedures and requirements.

• Maintain compliance to applicable codes and legislation.

• On call support for any afterhours building needs and activities as required.

• Other assigned tasks as requested.

You have:

• Journeyperson certification in a mechanical or electrical trade or 5th Class Power Engineer Certificate or equivalent.

• Minimum of five years in Facilities management or building maintenance.

• Thorough knowledge of building electrical and mechanical systems including:

  • building automation and controls.

  • Electrical systems including UPS, emergency generators, electrical switchgear and distribution.

  • Fire alarm and suppression systems

  • HVAC, liquid chillers

  • Plumbing systems

  • General building systems

Application deadline:August 6, 2025

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the "AESO") is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act) of Alberta.

As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid.As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 33 of the FOIP Act.