Facilities Maintenance Technician/Trainer

Nasittuq Corporation; Lasalle; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Employer-matched pension plan (5% contribution)

Flexible working hours

Clear progression paths

Job summary

Nasittuq Corporation is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician / Technical Trainer to provide technical support and training across the North Warning System, including HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems. You'll develop training programs and materials while ensuring compliance with safety standards and system reliability.

This role offers flexible working hours and a supportive environment, emphasizing career growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of building electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and structural systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot facilities systems.
• Provide remote technical support to technicians at northern radar sites.
• Develop and update technical training programs based on equipment changes.
• Analyze equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

HVAC

Technical Training Development

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Systems

Education

Postsecondary program in electromechanical systems or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Commercial test equipment

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician / Technical Trainer

Location: North Bay, ON

Department: North Warning System Support Centre (NWSSC)

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Reports To: Facilities Maintenance Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

About Nasittuq Corporation

Nasittuq Corporation (Inuktitut for “looking out from the highest point”) operates and maintains the North Warning System (NWS) — a critical Canada‑US radar network with 47 sites across Northern Canada. The NWS provides continuous aerospace surveillance to detect airborne threats in the northern region.

Our Operations

• Head Office: Ottawa, ON
• Support & Control Centre: North Bay, ON
• 24/7 NORAD Operations Support: Remote monitoring and control of all radar sites

We support Canadian and US armed forces personnel in mission‑critical operations and are guided by our core values: Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility.

Position Summary

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician / Trainer, you will provide hands‑on technical support and training for facilities systems across the North Warning System. This includes HVAC, electrical distribution, power generation, water/sewage, and fire suppression systems. You’ll also develop and deliver training programs to ensure technicians are equipped to maintain system reliability in remote and challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot facilities systems: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, water/sewage, and fire suppression
• Provide remote technical support to technicians at northern radar sites and in North Bay/Ottawa
• Develop and update technical training programs based on equipment changes and operational needs
• Create training materials: presentations, worksheets, manuals
• Deliver training sessions: in‑person, webinars, workshops
• Analyze equipment failures and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a postsecondary program in electromechanical systems or Canadian Forces military equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in a commercial or industrial setting
• Experience in technical training development and delivery is an asset

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of building electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and structural systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and commercial test equipment

Why Join Nasittuq?

Work‑Life Balance

• Flexible working hours
• Supportive environment for personal and family time

Career Growth

• Clear progression paths
• Mentorship and continuous learning opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion

• Inclusive workplace culture
• Prioritization of Land Claim Beneficiaries from Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut regions

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer‑matched pension plan (5% contribution)

How to Apply

We encourage Land Claim Beneficiaries to self‑identify in their application.

Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.